Texas Rural Grant

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2026 Rural Grant Winners

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

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