Innovation Connect Grant

Grant Description

The Innovation Connect (ICON) Grant Program is a competitive proof-of-concept initiative funded by the ACT Government to support innovative startups in Canberra and the surrounding region. It provides matched funding between $10,000 and $30,000 (GST exclusive) to help entrepreneurs progress innovative products or services towards market readiness, including technical and commercial feasibility. The program focuses on early-stage, pre-seed businesses with high growth and scaling potential, strengthening the ACT innovation ecosystem and supporting globally competitive ventures.

What It Funds

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Eligibility Criteria

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