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09/09/2026

Recently, Hassan Issa reached his 2-year anniversary with FundFindrs, and we'd like to take a moment to recognise this milestone.

Over the past two years, Hassan has worked closely with innovative businesses across Australia, helping founders explore funding opportunities, navigate complex application processes, and access the support they need to grow.

From grants and the R&D Tax Incentive to broader funding opportunities, Hassan has helped businesses better understand their options and take the next step with confidence. His dedication, expertise and relationship-focused approach have made a meaningful impact on both our clients and our team.

From everyone at FundFindrs, thank you, Hassan, for your hard work, commitment and contribution over the past two years. We're grateful to have you on the journey and look forward to celebrating many more milestones together. 🙌

Help us congratulate Hassan by dropping a comment below! 🥳

08/09/2026

Get an extra $21,750 or more back at tax time? If you spent $50,000+ on innovation this year (including wages), you may be eligible for the R&D Tax Incentive and receive a substantial cash refund. Find our in just 2 minutes: https://rd-eligibility.fundfindrs.com.au/

Many Australian businesses qualify without realising it, including those involved in:
✅ Software development
✅ Product innovation
✅ Manufacturing improvements
✅ Technical problem-solving

Take the 2-minute eligibility test to see if your business qualifies: https://rd-eligibility.fundfindrs.com.au/

07/09/2026

We're proud to sponsor the 𝐃𝐞𝐞𝐩 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 at the Australian Technologies Competition for 2026.

At FundFindrs, we work with innovative Australian businesses every day, helping them access funding to support R&D, commercialisation and growth. Supporting the Deep Tech category is a natural fit for us, as it recognises companies solving complex technical challenges and developing technologies with the potential to transform industries.

Congratulations to all finalists announced this week. From more than 240 applications and 95 semi-finalists, the competition has now narrowed to 33 finalists across 11 technology categories.

We're particularly excited to celebrate this year's Deep Tech finalists:
🏆 Space CoLAB
🏆 Ecopha
🏆 Theia Metals

The calibre of innovation coming out of Australia's deep tech ecosystem continues to impress, and we look forward to seeing these businesses pitch live at the Finals on 15 September.

The Australian Technologies Competition plays an important role in connecting innovative companies with investors, mentors and industry leaders, helping accelerate the next generation of Australian success stories.

We look forward to meeting the finalists, hearing their stories, and announcing the winner of the 𝐅𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐫𝐬 𝐃𝐞𝐞𝐩 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 in Sydney.

Get your tickets here:
🏆Award night: https://events.humanitix.com/atc26-national-awards-night
🎤Live pitches: https://events.humanitix.com/atc26-finalists-live-pitches-day-event

06/09/2026

🌟 Client Spotlight: Tech Ready Women 🌟

Many grant opportunities have tight deadlines, complex requirements and can take valuable time away from running a business. For organisations focused on growth, having the right support can make all the difference. 🚀

Crystal McGregor, General Manager of Tech Ready Women, partnered with FundFindrs to navigate the grant application process and turn an opportunity into a successful submission.

"From idea to hitting the submit button, the FundFindrs team was knowledgeable, efficient and communicated throughout the whole grant application process. I will definitely be using them for future projects.”

- Crystal McGregor, General Manager, Tech Ready Women

A huge thank you to Crystal and the Tech Ready Women team for trusting FundFindrs with their grant application. 🙌

Whether you're exploring grants, the R&D Tax Incentive, or other funding opportunities, our team is here to help you identify the right options and navigate the process with confidence.

📅 Ready to explore funding opportunities for your business? Book a consultation today: https://calendly.com/FundFindrs/FundFindrs-starter-meeting?month=2026-09

04/09/2026

Did you know? 🤔

The Research & Development Tax Incentive (RDTI) is a government program designed to fuel and support innovation across Australia.💡

It enables Aussie businesses to claim a portion of their eligible R&D expenditure. Although there’s no fixed average, many businesses can receive substantial benefits based on their qualifying R&D activities.

Curious if your business qualifies? There’s a range of qualifying expenditures including equipment, wages, materials and others.

Take our 2-minute R&D Tax Incentive eligibility survey and discover how much your business could claim. 🚀 https://qrco.de/FundFindrs-RDTI-Survey-Facebook

03/09/2026

Accountants don't need to do everything.

Your clients trust you for tax, compliance and strategic advice. But when it comes to the R&D Tax Incentive, grants and government funding, many firms simply don't have the time or specialist resources to manage the process in-house.

That's exactly why we created the FundFindrs Business Partner Program.

✅ Deliver more value to your clients
✅ Strengthen client relationships
✅ No need to build internal R&D or grants capability
✅ No application preparation or claim management
✅ Continue focusing on your core accounting and advisory services

Simply introduce eligible clients and we'll take care of the funding review, eligibility assessment and application process. Your client may even receive $1,000 towards their accounting fees.*

More Value. No Extra Work.
If you're an accountant, book a Business Partner discovery call to learn more: https://calendly.com/bruce-m-fundfindrs/fundfindrs-business-partner-discovery-call?month=2026-09

*T&Cs apply.

02/09/2026

What happens when 600+ founders, investors and business leaders come together in one room?

The FundFindrs team had a great day at the S2S Summit yesterday. A big thank you to the Tank Stream Labs team for having us as sponsors and for putting together such a fantastic event at Sydney's Museum of Contemporary Art.

Our Founder, Nicola Mills, was a panellist on the Alternative Funding Options for Businesses session alongside Kristen Pelletier (Westpac), Jodie Imam (Tractor Ventures), Kristin Hunter (Birchal) and Bradley Delamare (Tank Stream Labs).

The discussion explored grants, the R&D Tax Incentive, debt funding, crowdfunding, business loans and investment, with one key message standing out:

Different funding options serve different purposes. The real question isn't where to get funding, but what you're funding, where your business is in its journey, and which mix of funding options best supports your goals.

Some key takeaways:
✅ Know your numbers before seeking funding.
✅ Build relationships with funders early.
✅ Cash flow matters.
✅ Community can be a powerful asset, particularly for crowdfunding.

One insight that particularly resonated with us was that many founders still aren't aware of grants and the R&D Tax Incentive. For eligible businesses, these programs can provide valuable support for innovation, growth and cash flow.

Beyond funding, the summit also highlighted the importance of community, authenticity and human connection. AI was another major topic, but the message was clear: while AI can help more people get to "good" faster, creativity, strategy and human insight remain the differentiators.

It was fantastic to connect with so many founders, hear their stories and answer questions throughout the day.

👉 Didn't get a chance to speak with us? Book a meeting with the FundFindrs team: https://calendly.com/FundFindrs/FundFindrs-starter-meeting?month=2026-09

01/09/2026

EMDG could be changing. The businesses that prepare now may be best placed when the next round opens.

The recently released Independent Review of the Export Market Development Grant (EMDG) program made 29 recommendations aimed at improving accessibility, effectiveness and administration. These recommendations have not yet been adopted, but they provide a strong indication of where the program may be heading. Key proposed changes include:

✅ Moving away from the "first-in, first-served" application model
✅ Introducing a merit-based assessment process
✅ Returning to annual grant rounds and annual grant agreements
✅ Simplifying the current three-tier structure into two tiers
✅ Reviewing international travel caps and per diem rates

If these recommendations are adopted, future applicants may be assessed more heavily on the quality of their export strategy, business capability and the expected impact of grant funding, rather than how quickly they can submit an application.

For exporters, the message is simple:
Now is the time to strengthen your export plan, gather supporting evidence and prepare for future opportunities.

If international growth is part of your strategy, book a funding strategy call with FundFindrs: https://calendly.com/FundFindrs/FundFindrs-starter-meeting?month=2026-09

31/08/2026

The biggest funding mistake we see? It's not getting rejected. It's never checking.

Every year, innovative Australian businesses miss funding opportunities because they assume they're not eligible. No discussion. No assessment. No application. Just assumptions.

The reality is many businesses are doing far more innovation than they realise. A short conversation could uncover funding opportunities worth tens or even hundreds of thousands of dollars.

The cost of doing nothing is often far greater than the cost of asking.

Book a call and find out where you stand: https://calendly.com/FundFindrs/FundFindrs-starter-meeting?month=2026-08

30/08/2026

Thinking about lodging your FY26 R&D Tax Incentive claim? Don't leave it until next year.

Submitting before the end of the calendar year can provide several advantages:
✅ Potentially access cash sooner
✅ Avoid January-March processing congestion
✅ Capture information while projects are fresh in people's minds
✅ Align R&D registration and tax lodgement activities
✅ Avoid holiday shutdown disruptions

The earlier you start, the easier the process typically becomes and the sooner you have funds back in your business to keep innovating.

Get started on your FY26 claim. Book a call with FundFindrs. https://calendly.com/FundFindrs/FundFindrs-starter-meeting?month=2026-08

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