Grants in Texas
Texas statewide grants & funding programs
Texas supports a wide range of grant opportunities focused on business growth, rural development, healthcare access, and disaster preparedness.
19 programs currently listed in Texas • Updated daily
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Texas State Affordable Housing CorporationTXFirst-Time HomeownerStatewide nonprofit housing corporation program that provides non repayable grant assistance and forgivable second lien loans for down payment and closing costs when paired with a 30 year fixed rate mortgage through participating lenders.
Updated: Dec 6, 2025
TSAHC offers grants that can be used toward down payment and closing costs to assist homebuyers in Texas.
Eligible for: First-time buyers in Texas (or those meeting specific criteria per county), with credit score ≥ 620, income & purchase limits apply.
City of Dallas Housing & Neighborhood Revitalization DepartmentTXFirst-Time HomeownerCity funded assistance program that uses federal and local housing funds to provide down payment, closing cost and principal reduction help to eligible buyers through deferred or forgivable loans tied to affordability and occupancy requirements.
Updated: Dec 6, 2025
The DHAP program offers financial assistance to homebuyers within Dallas city limits, targeting low/moderate income buyers with down payment/closing cost help under federal/state/local rules.
Eligible for: Low- to moderate-income homebuyers (≤ 80% AMI), purchasing within City of Dallas; must execute contract & qualify for first-lien mortgage.
To Each His Home Community Redevelopment CorporationTXFirst-Time HomeownerNonprofit administered grant program that provides non repayable funds to cover part of a homebuyer down payment and closing costs, typically layered with first mortgage financing and local government assistance.
Updated: Dec 6, 2025
Non-profit TEHH offers down payment and closing cost assistance grants to eligible homebuyers in its service area, working with lenders, municipalities and county programs.
Eligible for: Eligible homebuyers in East Texas area (credit/income criteria; homebuyer education required).
Texas Department of Housing and Community AffairsTXFirst-Time HomeownerState housing finance agency mortgage program that pairs a 30 year fixed rate first mortgage with optional down payment and closing cost assistance provided as a grant or second lien up to a percentage of the loan amount.
Updated: Dec 6, 2025
Program provides a 30-year fixed mortgage plus down payment/closing cost assistance to eligible first-time buyers or vets.
Eligible for: First-time homebuyers or qualified veterans; must use approved lenders; meet income/credit/property limits.
Texas Workforce CommissionTXSmall Business
Updated: Nov 20, 2025
A training grant program for small businesses (fewer than 100 employees) to upskill new and existing workers via community/technical college courses.
Eligible for: Private business with 1-99 employees, paid UI contributions, using eligible public community/technical college training; full details apply.…
City of Austin Economic Development Department – Heritage Tourism DivisionTXHousing
Updated: Nov 20, 2025
The grant supports capital, planning, educational or marketing projects at historically designated sites in Austin that expand access to heritage resources and promote tourism. (Austin Texas)
Eligible for: Nonprofits or for-profit businesses; at least 2 years operating in Austin metro area; property must be a historic designated site (or for ev…
Texas Economic Development & Tourism Office (Office of the Governor)TXSmall Business
Updated: Nov 20, 2025
A resource hub for small businesses in Texas to access financing and capital through state and federal programs such as CDFIs, the Texas Small Business Credit Initiative (TSBCI), and disaster-recovery loans.
Eligible for: Small businesses in Texas seeking capital via various programs (CDFIs, TSBCI, Micro-Business Disaster Recovery Loan, etc.) (Texas Government…
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