ClosedBusiness
Innovation Connect ACT
Australian Government · Australia
Innovation Connect ACT provides matched funding to Canberra-based businesses to help develop and commercialise innovative products and services. It supports smaller, technology-focused start-ups and entrepreneurs in the early stages of preparing for investment or commercialisation.
Funding
$10K – $30K
Location
Canberra
Who Can Apply
• Applicant is a Canberra-based business
• Intended for smaller technology-focused businesses
• Suitable for start-ups and entrepreneurs
• Applicant is in the early stages of preparing an innovative product or service
• Project should be aimed at investment readiness or commercialisation
The grant is for smaller technology Canberra-based businesses. The overview states support is available for smaller, technology focused start-ups and entrepreneurs that are in the early stages of preparing an innovative product or service for investment or commercialisation.
What's Funded
Developing a product prototype, developing functional software, creating a formal marketing strategy, undertaking market testing, and obtaining professional intellectual property, patenting and legal advice.Expected Outcomes
Applicants are expected to progress viable innovative ideas along the commercialisation pathway, including prototype or software development, market validation, stronger marketing readiness, and improved IP and legal preparedness for investment or commercialisation.Key Information
Applicant Types
companyother
Stage
early_stage
Funding Purposes
innovationcommercialisationmarketingother
Keywords
innovationcommercialisationtechnologystart-upsentrepreneursprototype developmentsoftware developmentmarket testing
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the Innovation Connect ACT?
The Innovation Connect ACT is a business grant offered by Australian Government in Australia, providing $10K – $30K in funding. Innovation Connect ACT provides matched funding to Canberra-based businesses to help develop and commercialise innovative products and services. It supports smaller, technology-focused start-ups and entrepreneurs in the early stages of preparing for investment or commercialisation.
2
How much funding does the Innovation Connect ACT provide?
The Innovation Connect ACT provides $10K – $30K in funding.
3
Who is eligible for the Innovation Connect ACT?
- Applicant is a Canberra-based business
- Intended for smaller technology-focused businesses
- Suitable for start-ups and entrepreneurs
- Applicant is in the early stages of preparing an innovative product or service
- Project should be aimed at investment readiness or commercialisation
4
What activities are funded?
Developing a product prototype, developing functional software, creating a formal marketing strategy, undertaking market testing, and obtaining professional intellectual property, patenting and legal advice.
5
How do I apply for the Innovation Connect ACT?
Start by checking your eligibility using the free Beta Docs eligibility checker. If eligible, Beta Docs' AI-powered platform can help you draft, review, and refine your application to maximise your chances of success.
Need help applying?
Beta Docs has helped founders secure $160M+ in competitive grants. Our AI platform drafts compliance-perfect applications — and our expert reviewers make sure you stand out.