Texas Rural Grant

Texas Rural Grant will open 05/05/2026

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Fostering economic development in rural Texas

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The CWE’s Texas Rural Grant Program encourages and enables rural small businesses to undertake new and innovative projects.

  • Eligibility date: Businesses started before June 19, 2023
  • Awards: 10 – $10,000 awards for a total of $100,000

You must read the grant guidelines below before applying.

Grant Guidelines

Watch the grant video to learn more!

See if your county is eligible

Frequently asked questions

Questions?

Email us at cwegrants@twu.edu

Page last updated 8:51 AM, April 21, 2026 

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