Capital Grants Program

About this grant

The Capital Grants Program provides Catholic and independent schools with appropriate funding to help them improve school infrastructure through capital expenditure.

Eligibility requirements

All of the following criteria must be met:

• Catholic and independent schools.
• This program provides funding for non-government primary and secondary school communities to improve their school infrastructure.
• Be a non-government primary or secondary school
• Be a member of the relevant state or territory's block grant authority
• Satisfy the minister that financial assistance is needed and contributes to the objectives of the capital grants program.
• For full eligibility criteria, contact the
• Capitalgrants@education.gov.au

What the funding covers

• Funding varies on a case-by-case basis.

How to apply

1. 1Confirm readiness: Ensure you meet criteria (e.g., ABN, turnover limits, GST registration), align project objectives with grant goals, and estimate time for evidence gathering and writing.
2. 2Gather evidence: Collect documents like financials, business plans, market research, project budgets, resumes, risk analysis, and support letters to prove capability and impact.
3. 3Register/log in: Obtain an Australian Business Number (ABN) if needed, sign into the relevant portal (e.g., Business Grants Hub portal), and note any prerequisites like advisory service reports.
4. 4Prepare and write application: Address all selection criteria clearly (project details, government alignment, costs, outcomes, benefits); keep concise, factual, and compelling; validate for completeness.
5. 5Review, approve, and submit: Proofread, get stakeholder sign-off, submit online via the portal before deadline (no late entries); expect eligibility check, merit assessment, and outcome notification.
6. 6Visit https://business.gov.au/grants-and-programs/capital-grants-program for application details

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