TX Governor's Small Business Activity Center

Administered by Texas Economic Development Corporation · gov.texas.gov

Texas offers multiple small business support programs through the Governor's office, including the Texas Enterprise Fund, Texas Industry Clusters, and SBIR matching grants.

Eligibility requirements

✓TX-based business
✓Creating jobs or expanding operations in TX
✓Varies by specific program

Insider tip

Texas doesn't have state income tax, making it one of the best states for small business. Combine federal SBIR with TX matching funds for double the research funding.

How to apply

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Program details sourced from official government and agency websites. Eligibility is determined by the administering agency — not GrantLantern. Verify current requirements at the official source before applying.

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