Government grants are available for Australian businesses in the women sector. Programs span federal and state governments, offering funding for growth, innovation, infrastructure and workforce development.
What these grants can fund
- Business expansion and capital investment
- Equipment and infrastructure upgrades
- Workforce training and skills development
- Technology adoption and innovation
- Export and market development
Common eligibility requirements
- Registered Australian business with a valid ABN
- Must be operating in the relevant sector
- Matching co-contribution may be required
- Some programs have employee or turnover thresholds
Eligibility varies by program. Always check the official source before applying.
Open programs
Showing 6 of 6A program that supports local councils to deliver projects improving perception of safety in public spaces and transport hub precincts, particularly for women, girls and gender diverse people. Funding is available in two tiers: Tier 1 for on-the-ground gender-inclusive placemaking projects and Tier 2 for strategic non-physical initiatives including strategies, behaviour change programs and public education campaigns.
Investigator Grants provide consolidated funding for salary and research support to high-performing researchers at all career stages. The grants support research across biomedical, clinical, public health, and health services research pillars, allowing researchers flexibility to pursue new research directions and form collaborations.
A rebate program designed to help eligible women in NSW with the out-of-pocket costs of IVF and other Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) treatments. Eligible applicants who received treatment on or after 19 February 2025 can claim a $2,000 rebate.
A one-time rebate of $250 to help eligible NSW residents cover out-of-pocket costs for fertility testing. The rebate applies to eligible pre-IVF fertility tests including Anti-Mullerian Hormone (AMH) tests, pelvic ultrasounds, ovulation tests, and semen analysis conducted after 30 September 2019.
A grant program funding community-based STEM engagement projects that inspire and educate students, particularly from underrepresented groups including regional and low socioeconomic areas, girls, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, and people with disabilities. Projects support hands-on STEM learning through maker spaces, robotics, workshops, and inquiry-based education initiatives.
A grant program funding community-based STEM engagement projects that provide hands-on science, technology, engineering and mathematics education to school students. The grants support innovative projects delivered through schools, community organizations, and educational institutions across Australia, with a focus on underserved and disadvantaged student populations.
Grant information is sourced from official government websites and updated regularly. Program details, eligibility and closing dates change — always verify with the official source before applying. Last data update: February 2026.