Small and family businesses affected by crime can directly apply for funding to boost security and deter criminal activity on their business.
Under the second round of the $40 million Secure Communities Partnership Program, grants are available to fund critical safety upgrades such as:
- alarm systems
- surveillance
- lighting.
Applications close Friday 30 January 2026 unless funding is exhausted beforehand.
Funding details
The program offers grants between $5,000 and $20,000, with recipient businesses making a co-contribution of at least 50% of the project cost.
Eligibility and how to apply
To be eligible for a grant, your business:
- must have less than 20 employees
- have a maximum annual turnover of no more than $10 million
- must have been significantly affected by crime in the last 3 years.
You can find full eligibility criteria and apply on the Business Queensland website.
The program is delivered as part of the Small and Family Business First Action Statement.
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- Last updated:
- 12 November 2025