The latest recipients of the X-TEND WA grants will share $362,000 to create connections and access opportunities for Western Australian innovators and startups.
The 4 successful organisations will receive funding for round 7 of the X-TEND WA grants programs under the New Industries Fund initiative.
The projects will create development and education opportunities for Western Australian regional, female and First Nations innovators and entrepreneurs.
The recipients include Entrepreneurs In Residence Pty Ltd, to deliver a program which provides education on how to invest in WA innovative scale up businesses.
First Nations X Ltd received funding for 'The Blak Angels Investor Network', an initiative to develop a broader investment ecosystem for WA First Nations innovators and startups.
Spacecubed Pty Ltd will develop the 'EmpowerHer: Investor Readiness Program', which empowers WA female founders through skill development, building investor connections and mentorship opportunities.
South West Angels Ltd will facilitate the building of connections for investors and startup founders across regional areas in WA through their Regional Events, Education, and Connection Program.
X-TEND WA is a competitive grants program designed to build capability within our innovation ecosystem.
The program provides grants of up to $150,000 to education programs and capacity-building programs for innovators and investors.
Since 2019, X-TEND WA has provided more than $3.6 million in funding across 45 programs, supporting thousands of participants in WA.
Learn more about the round 7 X-TEND WA recipients.
