The MVP Ventures grant (run by Investment NSW) offers up to $50,000 in matched funding to help early-stage tech companies commercialise a minimum viable product and accelerate first sales. If you are a NSW-based start-up ready to move from prototype to paying customers, this program can cover the costly last mile of development, testing and market launch.
What the grant provides
- Funding amount $25 000–$50 000 on a 50:50 cash-matched basis
- Eligible spend product refinement, customer pilots, compliance testing, user experience improvements, IP protection and early marketing activities
- Project window up to 12 months
- Assessment focus customer validation, scalability, competitive advantage, economic benefit to NSW, team capability, matched funds secured
Who should apply
- NSW-registered businesses with < $1 million annual turnover and < 20 FTE
- Tech or tech-enabled start-ups that have built an MVP and shown initial customer traction (pilots, LOIs, pre-orders)
- Founders able to match the grant dollar-for-dollar in cash (not in-kind)
- Teams committed to keeping the core of their business operations and jobs in NSW
Why it is worth the effort
- De-risk product refinement Offset the cost of final tweaks, integrations and certifications.
- Accelerate revenue Move from pilot to paying customers months sooner.
- Attract investors Government backing signals due diligence and lowers perceived risk.
- Build grant track record A successful MVP Ventures grant positions you for larger federal programs such as Accelerating Commercialisation or MRFF.
How Grant Savvy helps
Eligibility fast-check
We confirm revenue, FTE, applicant entity and matched-fund proof before you spend time on the long form.
Customer-centric narrative
We frame your MVP story around problem-solution fit, target market size, and early traction—exactly what Investment NSW assessors score.
Budget & milestones
We map grant dollars to specific activities, align cash-flow timing and create a milestone schedule the panel can approve without queries.
Evidence pack
Letters of intent, quotes, IP status, team CVs—sourced, formatted and attached in the portal-ready bundle.
Submission & follow-up
We lodge your application, confirm receipt and respond to clarifications until the grant is announced.
Our process at a glance
- Discovery call (15 min) – check fit, deadline, data gaps.
- Scope & quote – fixed fee; rush loading only if < 7 days.
- Data gathering – secure folder for financials, product docs, customer evidence.
- Drafting (7–14 days) – live Google Doc for your quick comments.
- Refine & audit – cross-check against every guideline line-item.
- Lodgement – portal upload with timestamp confirmation.
- Decision support – we stay available for contract questions and milestone reporting.
Total turnaround: about three weeks when data arrive promptly.
Recent wins
- AgTech compliance SaaS $50,000 secured; pilot customers converted to paid licences within six months.
- Senior-friendly mobile handset $40,000 grant; retail launch achieved 200+ units sold in year one.
- Freight pricing AI platform $50,000 grant; integrated with two national logistics partners and raised seed round.
Ready to fund your MVP’s next leap?