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Aboriginal Business Development Program

Department of Trade, Business and Asian Relations · Australia

The Aboriginal Business Development Program supports the start-up and development of Northern Territory Aboriginal businesses, particularly those addressing community needs. Funding can be used for business assets, professional advisory services, and training for owners and staff.

Official Grant Page

Funding

Up to $30K

Duration

once every 3 years

Location

Northern Territory

Who Can Apply

Must meet NTG definitions of an Aboriginal Business Enterprise and Territory Enterprise Annual turnover must be less than $10 million and ABN must be active for at least 3 months Must have active GrantsNT organisation and individual profiles Ineligible if insolvent, with outstanding grant obligations, operating as a hobby/casual business, or funded under this program in the last 36 months
Applicants must meet the Northern Territory Government definition of an Aboriginal Business Enterprise and a Territory Enterprise, have annual turnover of less than $10 million, hold a valid Australian Business Number for at least 3 months, and have an active GrantsNT organisation and individual profile. Applicants may be ineligible if they operate as a casual, hobby or temporary business, have outstanding Northern Territory Government grant acquittals or unmet obligations from previous grants, are insolvent or have an undischarged bankruptcy, or have received funding from this program in the last 36 months.

What's Funded

Funding may be used to purchase business assets, obtain professional advisory services and support, and undertake accredited or non-accredited training for business owners and staff.

Expected Outcomes

Expected outcomes include growth and sustainability of Aboriginal businesses, more Aboriginal owned and operated businesses, improved knowledge and skills of emerging business owners and employees, and new employment and economic opportunities for Aboriginal people.

Key Information

Applicant Types

companysole_traderpartnershiptrustcooperativeindigenous_organisationother

Stage

early_stagegrowth

Funding Purposes

capital_expendituretrainingemploymentsustainabilitycommunityother

Keywords

Aboriginal businessIndigenous businessNorthern Territorybusiness developmentstart-up supportbusiness growthtrainingprofessional advisory services

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Aboriginal Business Development Program?

The Aboriginal Business Development Program is a business grant offered by Department of Trade, Business and Asian Relations in Australia, providing Up to $30K in funding. The Aboriginal Business Development Program supports the start-up and development of Northern Territory Aboriginal businesses, particularly those addressing community needs. Funding can be used for business assets, professional advisory services, and training for owners and staff.

How much funding does the Aboriginal Business Development Program provide?

The Aboriginal Business Development Program provides Up to $30K in funding. The typical project duration is once every 3 years.

Who is eligible for the Aboriginal Business Development Program?

Must meet NTG definitions of an Aboriginal Business Enterprise and Territory Enterprise Annual turnover must be less than $10 million and ABN must be active for at least 3 months Must have active GrantsNT organisation and individual profiles Ineligible if insolvent, with outstanding grant obligations, operating as a hobby/casual business, or funded under this program in the last 36 months

What activities are funded?

Funding may be used to purchase business assets, obtain professional advisory services and support, and undertake accredited or non-accredited training for business owners and staff.

How do I apply for the Aboriginal Business Development Program?

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