Disaster Recovery Payment (DRP)

About this grant

The Disaster Recovery Payment provides a one-off payment for individuals adversely affected by a major disaster either in Australia or overseas.

Eligibility requirements

All of the following criteria must be met:

• Individuals adversely affected by a disaster.
• Disaster recovery payment (drp) is a one-off, non-means tested payment that is available to assist individuals who have been adversely affected by a major disaster either in australia or overseas.
• People are considered adversely affected if, as a direct result of the disaster, they:
• Have an immediate family member who died or is missing
• Have their principal place of residence destroyed or significantly damaged as a result of the natural disaster
• Are the principal carer of a dependent child who has experienced any of the above.
• Be an australian resident or the holder of an eligible visa
• Have been adversely affected by a major disaster.
• Funding for businesses undertaking renewable energy projects
• Loans to assist first time farmers or farmers looking to start their own business or implement succession arrangements
• Funding for workers with a disability

What the funding covers

• Funding of up to $1K for adults, $400 for children.

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/disaster-recovery-payment-drp for application details

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