Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements - Asset Assistance - Tropical Cyclone Fina (AGRN 1223)
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About this tender
Overview If you’re a non-profit organisation based in a disaster-affected Local Government Area (LGA), you may be eligible for Asset Assistance. This assistance is jointly funded by the Commonwealth and Northern Territory governments under the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements. For more information about Severe Tropical Cyclone Fina and support available, head to: Severe Tropical Cyclone Fina | Secure NT What can be funded You can apply for a grant of up to $10,000 to repair or replace an asset that: that was controlled by the entity prior to the eligible event; and that was significantly damaged as a direct result of the eligible event; and the applicant has no reasonable prospect of obtaining commercial finance; and the applicant has used any available insurance or self-insurance fund prior to seeking assistance. Who can apply NPO's impacted by Severe Tropical Cyclone Fina (November 2025) in the local government areas (LGA) of: Belyuen Coomalie Darwin Palmerston Tiwi Islands Wagait West Arnhem Find out more about LGAs on the NT Electoral Commission website. Contact details For help with GrantsNT or the guidelines, contact the Department of Trade, Business and Asian Relations by: emailing business.programs@nt.gov.au calling 1800 193 111 For business assistance, contact a Territory Business Advisor by: emailing businessinfo@nt.gov.au calling 1800 193 111 Useful links Program Terms and Conditions SecureNT
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