Drought Preparedness Grants QLD

About this grant

Drought Preparedness Grants provide primary producers with funding to help them undertake on-farm capital improvements that will improve the drought preparedness of their property.

Eligibility requirements

All of the following criteria must be met:

• Applicants must:
• Demonstrate that at least one person in the primary production business meets the definition of a primary producer
• Be able to contribute the required co-funding amount
• Farm business resilience plan
• Funding for organisers of events in regional nsw
• Interest free or low interest loans for low income earners
• Funding for projects to clean up and recover from flooding associated with ex-tropical cyclone ellie

What the funding covers

• Funding of up to $50K.

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/drought-preparedness-grants-qld for application details

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