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Grant Guidelines | Texas Woman's University Grant will open 09/01/2026. Guidelines will be updated then. Read about our latest StartHER Grant winners Update to video: Business must be formed as a legal entity.
To provide startups in Texas with the financial support to fuel their growth and drive success. Eligible businesses must satisfy all of the following conditions: Existing Texas businesses owned and controlled by U.S. citizens or U.S. permanent residents with five or fewer employees (including the owner) may apply. The business must be set up as a legal entity.
The business must be located and operated within the state of Texas. Business must be five years or less (formed after 09/25/2020) – No date exceptions The business must be a for-profit corporation, partnership, LLP, LLC, or sole proprietorship. Non-profit organizations are not eligible.
If the business or business owner owns the premises where the business operates, all property taxes must be current. All sales, payroll, and other taxes must be current. Business owner(s) must not have any felonies or convictions for a crime of dishonesty or breach of trust.
The business, business owner, and applicant must not be involved in any pending or current litigation. The business, owner, and applicant operate with all required permits and licenses and conform to all state laws. Please check the Texas Taxable Entity Search page to verify your business is in good standing with the state: https://mycpa.
cpa. state. tx.
us/coa/ Ineligible applicants/entities Non-profit organizations and other 501(C) entities. TWU faculty/staff (or any immediate family member of the applicant’s family, including spouse, child, parent), trustee, and advisory committee member. Prior grant winners of any CWE grant program.
Applicants who have participated in any CWE program in the last year including AccelerateHER, TechFW, CWE Virtual Accelerator, or NTEETC/Foundations EDC awardees. Current consultants with a contract with the CWE Anyone who has served as a judge for any CWE grant program What can the funds be used for? Purchase of machinery, equipment, or technology.
Inventory or raw materials. Merchandising fixtures and display units. Professional business certifications.
Property improvements that will result in increased sales and revenue. Any other business-related activity that CWE deems is aligned with the stated purpose of this program.
Funds can’t be used for: Wages, salaries, bonuses, or compensation of any kind Real Property – including land or buildings Paying your regular monthly bills What will need to be uploaded to the grant application: We will only accept one or more of the following: LLC or LLP Partnerships – Every page of your Certificate of Formation shows the company's managers.
If more than one person, you must also send your articles of incorporation, partnership agreement, or other agreement showing the percentages you each own, which must be signed and dated and sent with the LLC/LLP formation document.
Corporation Documents – Articles of Incorporation and bylaws showing shareholders/owners Assumed Name Certificate (DBA) – Filed with your local county clerk – if just you, nothing else needs to be submitted with it. One PDF with the Company Background and Project Information below (best to just copy this information and answer each question) Documentation for all expenses in your budget.
These could include proposals from a vendor, quotes or estimates, pictures from Amazon, preliminary invoices, etc. Ineligible documentation that will disqualify your application: Entity documentation with business name only Company Background and Project Information Copy & Paste the information below into a PDF that you will upload to your online grant application — each question must be answered , put N/A if not applicable.
This information is mandatory . If the judging committee can’t easily find the answer to these questions your application may be disqualified.
Description of the company’s current operations including products, markets, etc. Description of the company’s current operating facilities – both owned and leased Summary of the company’s current full and part-time employment Description of the company’s need to undertake the proposed project Budget for the project, including project costs and source and use of funds (see FAQs) Physical description of the proposed project, including any business or residential relocation that may result from the undertaking of the project Projected new employment for each of the three years following project completion, including job title Explanation of how your project will contribute to the economy of Texas What are the grant requirements?
Funds must be matched by a minimum of 10% ($500) owner investment (cash, property, or equipment). The investment must not be associated with debt of any kind and must be committed and available to the project at the time of the grant application. The amount can be added to your budget as owner investment.
(see FAQs) All grant funds must be spent and documentation submitted before April 26, 2026. Applications will only be accepted through the online portal and must be submitted by 5:00:00 p. m.
Friday, September 26, 2025 . Revisions are not permitted following submission. Applications received after 5:00:00 p.
m. , Friday, September 26, 2025, will be rejected. All questions must be answered and all required information and documentation must be included and easy for judges to locate.
The applicant must attach documentation for all requested funds (e.g., vendor proposals, quotes or estimates, Amazon pictures, preliminary invoices, etc.). The amounts the grant will be used for cannot be estimated or rounded up. Incomplete and/or second applications will be rejected.
After you’ve been awarded: The successful applicant will receive two installments of the award: $2,500 after signing the grant agreement, a photo release, and all required TWU paperwork for payment.
$2,500 is conditional upon completing a small business training course hosted by the Center for Women Entrepreneurs, receiving 3 hours of small business advising, and submission and approval of a completed business plan with three years of financials.
Additionally, itemized paid receipts or proof of purchases made with initial grant funds of $2,500 (costs must have been incurred after receiving grant funding) must be provided to the CWE to receive the remaining $2,500 by April 26, 2026 , or be forfeited. The spreadsheet provided by the CWE must be used to document receipts, advising, and other requirements for round 2 of funding.
It is the responsibility of each grant awardee to understand and complete all grant requirements within the designated timeframe. Awardees are expected to manage deadlines, track their progress, and reach out if questions arise. Failure to meet the requirements will result in loss of remaining grant funds.
The University will send winners a 1099 for the grant funds received All questions must go to cwegrants@twu. edu for documentation purposes. Please do not call, as we will just refer you to the email.
Page last updated 1:49 PM, March 10, 2026 Center for Women Entrepreneurs
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Minority and women-owned businesses in Texas, including food service businesses. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Varies Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is June 20, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
Federal grant success rates typically range from 10-30%, varying by agency and program. Build a strong proposal with clear objectives, measurable outcomes, and a well-justified budget to improve your chances.
Requirements vary by sponsor, but typically include a project narrative, budget justification, organizational capability statement, and key personnel CVs. Check the official notice for the complete list of required attachments.
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The purpose of this FOA is to provide funding for up to four (4) Tribal Colleges and Universities (TCUs) that will provide entrepreneurial development services to Native American communities, focusing on supplying services to socially and economically disadvantaged entrepreneurs in locations that are outside of the geographical areas of existing SBA resources. Eligible applicants must be Tribal Colleges and Universities as defined in the Higher Education Act HEA 316 (U.S.C. 1059c). Funding Opportunity Number: SB-GC7J-23-002. Assistance Listing: 59.007. Funding Instrument: G. Category: BC,ED. Award Amount: Up to $250K per award.
The purpose of this FOA is to provide funding for up to two (2) private, non-profit organizations that will provide entrepreneurial development services to women, with an emphasis on socially and economically disadvantaged entrepreneurs in locations that are outside of the geographical areas of existing WBCs for the District of Columbia (DC) and the State of Oregon. There will be one award for each location. Eligible applicants must be private, non-profit organizations with 501(c) tax exempt status from the U.S. Treasury’s Internal Revenue Service and must provide services to the District of Columbia (DC) and State of Oregon. Funding Opportunity Number: SB-OEDWB-23-002. Assistance Listing: 59.043. Funding Instrument: G. Category: BC,CD,RD. Award Amount: $75K – $150K per award.
Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer Programs Phase I is sponsored by U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA). The USDA SBIR/STTR programs support small businesses in creating innovative, disruptive technologies with commercial potential or societal benefit, including projects dealing with agriculturally-related manufacturing and alternative and renewable energy technologies. Specialty tubing could be relevant for agricultural equipment or renewable energy systems.