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FoundHer Grant Program 2026

FoundHer Grant Program 2026

4 x $20K (Launch) and 1 x $30K (Elevate); awarded annually

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Applications close 11:59pm Friday 14 August 2026. Annual cycle.

AMOUNT

4 x $20K (Launch) and 1 x $30K (Elevate); awarded annually

AMOUNT

4 x $20K (Launch) and 1 x $30K (Elevate); awarded annually

DEADLINE

Applications close 11:59pm Friday 14 August 2026. Annual cycle.

DEADLINE

Applications close 11:59pm Friday 14 August 2026. Annual cycle.

FUNDING TYPE

Grant

CAN YOU GET THIS?

You must be a woman founder based in South Australia with a validated product or service and demonstrated market traction.

You must be a woman founder based in South Australia with a validated product or service and demonstrated market traction.

The program offers two tiers: Launch Grants (4 x $20K) for founders building momentum and preparing to scale, and one Elevate Grant ($30K) for high-growth businesses with existing sales in at least one market. All industries are eligible.

The program offers two tiers: Launch Grants (4 x $20K) for founders building momentum and preparing to scale, and one Elevate Grant ($30K) for high-growth businesses with existing sales in at least one market. All industries are eligible.

YOUR REAL ODDS

Five grants are awarded per annual cycle — four at $20K and one at $30K — making this a competitive but tangible opportunity.

With only five spots available across all of South Australia, the bar is real. The Elevate Grant is especially selective, requiring proven sales. However, the geographic and identity focus narrows the applicant pool compared to national programs.

WHAT IT TAKES

  1. Confirm eligibility — South Australian woman founder with validated product and traction — 30 minutes

  2. Prepare application — growth strategy, traction evidence, and market ambition clearly documented — 3–7 days

  3. Submit via foundhergrantprogram.com before deadline — 1 hour

WORTH KNOWING

Grant recipients also gain access to strategic partners covering finance, legal, IP, and growth advisory — plus visibility through the Women in Innovation Awards on 6 November 2026, which adds profile value beyond the cash.

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This is 1 of 1,600+ open opportunities.

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