Government funding in Texas
Organizations in Texas can apply for nationwide federal opportunities as well as programs run by the state. Below are verified starting points.
State economic development agency
Texas Economic Development and Tourism (Office of the Governor) ↗Link verified October 27, 2026
State agencies administer state grants, loans, and tax incentives. We have not yet curated Texas state programs; check the agency directly.
Free local help
- Find your Small Business Development Center (SBDC) ↗ — free business advising, including on financing.
- SBA local assistance ↗ — SBA district offices and resource partners.
- State arts agencies directory ↗ — for arts and cultural nonprofits.
Nationwide federal opportunities
1,073 current federal opportunities list businesses as eligible and 1,165 list nonprofits. Most do not limit applicants by state.
Current federal opportunities that name Texas
No current Grants.gov opportunity names Texas in its title. That does not mean there is no funding for Texas — most federal opportunities are nationwide.