Grants

Export Marketing and Development Grant (EMDG)

The EMDG program provides matched funding to eligible Australian small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to market and promote their goods and services internationally. Administered by Austrade, the program now operates as an upfront grant agreement — giving exporters funding certainty before they begin their activities.

Current status: Round 4 is closed to applications. Funding of up to $104.5 million will be available for 2025–26. Grant tiers range from $20,000–$80,000 per year depending on your export stage.

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European Union Research & Development Grant

The European Union offers research and innovation funding through Horizon Europe (2021–2027), the EU's largest ever R&D program with a budget of approximately €95.5 billion. Australian entities may be eligible to participate as partners in certain Horizon Europe calls, following Australia's association agreement with the program.

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Boosting Female Founders Initiative

Female founders of startup businesses can receive grants between $25,000 and $480,000 to launch and scale their businesses into domestic and global markets. The program provides co-contribution funding (up to 50%, or up to 70% for eligible businesses) to help women entrepreneurs grow their startups.

Current status: Round 2 is closed. Further rounds are expected. Register your interest to be notified when applications reopen.

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Accelerating Commercialisation Grant

The Accelerating Commercialisation program provided expert guidance and matched grant funding to help businesses get novel products, processes and services to market. This program is now closed — new applications closed on 9 May 2023.

If you are looking for commercialisation support, KP Retail can help you identify alternative programs that may be suitable.

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Minimum Viable Product (MVP) Grant

MVP grants support pre-revenue technology startups in progressing from proof of concept to a working minimum viable product. Grants cover up to 50% of approved project costs up to $25,000. Availability and eligibility varies by state — check with KP Retail for the latest information.

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Entrepreneurs Programme

The Entrepreneurs Programme is the Australian Government's flagship business support initiative. It provides expert advisory services and matched funding to help Australian businesses innovate, commercialise new ideas and compete in global markets. KP Retail helps eligible businesses identify the right stream and navigate the application process.

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New Markets Loan Program

The New Markets Loan Program is an Australian Government initiative designed to help businesses access loan funding to grow into new domestic and international markets. KP Retail assesses your eligibility and helps you prepare a compelling application to maximise your funding outcome.

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Export Finance Australia

Export Finance Australia (EFA) is a government-owned financial institution that provides finance, bonds and insurance solutions for Australian exporters where commercial banks cannot help. Products include export loans, working capital finance and the Small Business Export Loan. KP Retail helps Australian exporters identify and access the right EFA product.

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State Government Grants

Every Australian state and territory offers its own business grant programs. These cover innovation, export development, digital transformation and workforce growth. Programs vary by state — KP Retail monitors all state grant programs and matches your business to the highest-value opportunities across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and beyond.

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Retail Business Grants

Australian retail businesses can access a range of government grants to support growth, digital transformation and export development. Programs include EMDG, the Digital Solutions Program and various state government grants. KP Retail has 19+ years of experience supporting Australian retail and e-commerce brands to secure funding.

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Technology and Innovation Grants

Australian technology businesses and startups can access grants for R+D, commercialisation, innovation and export growth. Key programs include the R+D Tax Incentive, Entrepreneurs Programme, MVP Grant and various state innovation programs. KP Retail helps tech businesses stack multiple funding programs to maximise total grant income.

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Small Business Grants Australia

Australian small businesses can access a wide range of government grants at the federal, state and territory level. Programs support business growth, digital transformation, export development and sustainability. Many small businesses are unaware of the full range of grants available to them — KP Retail provides a free grant assessment to identify the best fit.

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Sustainability Grants

Australian businesses can access grants to support sustainability initiatives, reduce emissions and transition to greener operations. Key programs include ARENA, the Clean Energy Finance Corporation and various state sustainability grants. KP Retail also helps businesses achieve B Corp certification to demonstrate social and environmental commitment.

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Indigenous Business Grants

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander businesses can access dedicated government grants and business support programs, including the Indigenous Entrepreneurs Fund (IEF) delivered by NIAA. Additional programs include Supply Nation Supplier Diversity certification and state-based Indigenous business grants. KP Retail is committed to supporting Indigenous business owners across Australia.

Find out more about Indigenous Business Grants