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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