Western Australia Business Grants & Funding Programs

53 total programs52 open now1 closing this monthUp to $4,400,000 available

Western Australia's grant landscape includes programs from the Small Business Development Corporation (SBDC), regional development commissions administering the Regional Economic Development (RED) Grants, the Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries (DLGSC) and Tourism WA. Key focus areas include the resources sector, agriculture, creative industries, sport, tourism and regional business development. The WA Government's RED Grants program supports economic development across regional WA.

  • Regional Economic Development (RED) Grants fund projects that benefit regional WA communities and businesses
  • DLGSC and CITS WA support creative and sporting organisations with dedicated grant programs
  • The SBDC provides practical business support alongside funding for WA small businesses

Featured Programs

Highest value open grants
Ongoing·Up to $4,400,000
Northern Native Seed Industry Development Initiative (NNSIDI)

The NNSIDI supports the creation of new and innovative seed production enterprises throughout the Pilbara, Goldfields Esperance, and the Kimberley regions. Funded by $4.4 million, the initiative establishes Seed Production Area (SPA) trial sites that serve as models for future SPAs, providing training and building long-term business capacity. The program prioritizes Aboriginal-operated SPAs established on country and aims to create sustainable jobs while meeting mining companies' native seed requirements for post-closure revegetation.

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Open·Up to $250,000
Regional Economic Development (RED) Grants

An eleven-year, $60.85 million State Government investment program that funds locally-driven projects to stimulate job creation and economic growth in regional Western Australia. Up to $250,000 is available per project to promote sustainable jobs, workforce solutions, productivity, skills and capability building, and industry diversification across the Goldfields-Esperance region.

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Open·$150
Small Business and Charities Electricity Bill Relief Program

The Commonwealth government is providing a one-off $150 GST-free direct payment to eligible small businesses and charities that operate in embedded networks in Western Australia. This program aims to provide electricity bill relief to businesses receiving power through embedded network supply arrangements such as shopping centres, airports, ports, and industrial parks.

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Open
Aboriginal Business Leadership Initiative (ABLI) 2025-26

A State Government funded, culturally safe program designed to empower Aboriginal leaders, business owners and emerging entrepreneurs across the Goldfields-Esperance region. The program provides comprehensive development and support to strengthen leadership, operational skills and business resilience through structured training, mentoring, and counselling.

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Ongoing
KDC Sponsorship and Financial Assistance

The Kimberley Development Commission offers limited and targeted financial assistance to Kimberley businesses and organizations for specific projects and proposals. Support may include small grants for business case development, sponsorship of events with economic development or quality of life focus, support for regional participation in significant external events, letters of support for grant applications, and project facilitation with government agencies.

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Open
Arts Projects for Individuals and Groups

This grant supports arts projects created by individuals and groups in Western Australia. It funds a wide range of creative activities and artistic endeavors across various disciplines.

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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.