RDA NT Grants

RDA NT plays an active role in growing a strong and confident regional economy by capitalising on economic opportunities and attracting investment.

Regional Investment Readiness and Impact Fund (RIRIF)

The Regional Investment Readiness and Impact Fund (RIRIF) provides funding to help regional Northern Territory projects progress from advanced planning to an investment-ready stage. The program supports organisations to complete the critical “last mile” activities required to secure major funding from government, philanthropic and private investors.

What do you get?

Funding of between $25,000 and $75,000 (GST exclusive). A total funding pool of $200,000 is available for this one-off program.

Who is this for?

Not-for-profit and for-purpose organisations
Local government organisations
Aboriginal organisations
Regional consortiums and partnerships

Applicants must:

Have a presence in the Northern Territory
Deliver projects located within the Northern Territory
Demonstrate strong community benefit and partnership

Projects must primarily benefit regional and remote communities, with priority given to:

Central Australia
Barkly
Katherine
East Arnhem
West Arnhem
Remote and very remote communities

About the program

RIRIF is a targeted, time-limited grant program designed to support the final stages of project planning that enable regional projects to secure larger investment. The program focuses on investment readiness, not project delivery. It fills a recognised gap in the Northern Territory funding landscape by supporting projects that are beyond feasibility but not yet ready to attract major funding. Projects supported through RIRIF are expected to progress to external funding opportunities within a defined timeframe.

Program dates

Applications open: 22 April 2026

Applications close: 1 June 2026

How to apply

Applications must be submitted online.

Application link: https://form.jotform.com/261038010289047

Email and postal applications will not be accepted. Incomplete applications may be deemed ineligible.

Information session

An online information session will be held on 30 April 2026. This session will provide an overview of the program, eligibility requirements and application process.

Register for the information session: https://events.humanitix.com/webinar-regional-investment-readiness-impact-fund-grant-information-session

Key documents

Regional Investment Readiness and Impact Fund – Guidelines

Frequently Asked Questions– this may be updated during the application period, applicants should check prior to submitting

Contact

Email: [email protected] Phone: (08) 8941 7550

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