Business grants

We offer a range of grants and resources to assist local businesses. Find out if you're eligible and how to apply. 

Discover the range of grants and resources designed to support and grow your business.

Business Relocations and Growth Program Grants

Applications for 2024-25 Business Relocation and Growth Program have closed.

The main purpose of this grant is to increase employment for our residents in our preferred target industries. 

The funding offered must be matched dollar-for-dollar by the business. It will be paid 12 months after the funding has been awarded and will be pegged to key milestones.

You can revisit this site at a later date for an update on future grant programs or contact our Economic Development team at business@whittlesea.vic.gov.au for more information.

Federal and State Government Grants

You can access incentives to help with research and development, support for small business, tax concessions and assistance for industries in transition through the Australian Government's Business website and the Business Victoria website.

Community Grants

The City of Whittlesea’s Community Grants are available all year round. The grants are available to people in the City of Whittlesea to support local programs, events, projects and initiatives. 

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