Texas Woman Rural Grant winners announced

July 23, 2024 ― DENTON ― The Center for Women Entrepreneurs (CWE), a program of the Jane Nelson Institute for Women’s Leadership at Texas Woman’s University, has announced 10 grant winners of the Texas Woman Rural Grant. The grant program, in its second year, supports women in rural areas by providing $5,000 grants to expand their businesses. 

The winners are: 

Awardees are using grant funds for an array of purposes, including purchases of a feed conveyor, a shaved ice machine, a freezer, product manufacturing, acquiring raw materials, and other business-related activities that align with the program objectives. Investments are poised to significantly enhance the operational capacity and growth potential of their businesses.

“Women entrepreneurs in rural areas don’t receive the same level of support as those in larger cities. This grant program aims to bridge that gap by providing essential resources, training, and guidance,” said Tracy Irby, director of the CWE. “We are proud to support this year’s recipients and excited to see their businesses thrive and make a positive impact in their communities.”

About the Center for Women Entrepreneurs

The CWE is a program of the Jane Nelson Institute for Women’s Leadership at Texas Woman’s University. The JNIWL is dedicated to preparing women to take on successful roles in business and public service. Its three specialized centers — Center for Student Leadership, Center for Women Entrepreneurs, and Center for Women in Government — ensure women have the education to establish careers as successful executives, the skills for building entrepreneurial businesses, and the framework needed to run for public office.

Page last updated 5:04 PM, July 23, 2024