Government grants are available for Australian businesses in the heritage 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 5 of 5The program provides funding for projects and activities that commemorate the service and sacrifice of Australia's service personnel who served in wars, conflicts and peace operations, including National Service personnel, and their families. Eligible projects promote appreciation and understanding of service experiences or preserve and provide access to information about Australia's wartime heritage.
Funding for arts and cultural activities across the NT that increase community access, engagement and participation in the arts. Supports a range of projects including theatre workshops, visual arts exhibitions, and cultural knowledge sharing with Aboriginal Elders.
A $300,000 multi-year fund established in 1988 to support the restoration of community, commercial, and residential heritage buildings in the City of Melbourne. The fund provides grants for restoration works that enhance the original appearance and heritage significance of buildings within heritage overlays, with funding contributions ranging from 30-100% depending on the project type and ownership.
Funding to support conservation, public engagement, and promotion of listed values for places on the National Heritage List. Projects can run for up to three years across the 2025-26 to 2027-28 financial years, supporting the protection and preservation of Australia's natural, historic, and Indigenous heritage.
This program provides funding for projects that clean-up, restore, recover from or monitor the long-term impacts to environment, heritage and cultural assets impacted by flooding from ex-Tropical Cyclone Ellie. Two streams of funding are available: small project grants ($10,000-$100,000, max $50,000 for heritage buildings) and large project grants ($100,000-$500,000).
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.