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StartUP Grant Program is sponsored by Texas Woman's University Center for Women Entrepreneurs (CWE). The StartUP Grant provides funding to help eligible Texas startups launch new initiatives and accelerate business growth. The grant can be used for approved business expenses such as equipment, technology, inventory, marketing, and property improvements.
The program will award 10 grants, each valued at $5,000.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Eligible applicants must operate a for-profit business in Texas, be at least 51% owned by one or more women, and have no more than 10 full-time equivalent employees (not including the owner). No affiliation with Texas Woman's University is required. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $5,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The published deadline was September 23, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
StartUP Grant Program is funded by Texas Woman's University Center for Women Entrepreneurs (CWE). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Texas. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
Applications go through the funder's official portal — the Apply Now link on this page goes there directly.
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