StartHER Grant Program

The Center for Women Entrepreneurs’ StartHER Grant Program supports women-owned startups in launching new initiatives and driving early-stage growth through innovative projects. Donor Name: Texas Woman’s University State: Texas County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 10/04/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The purpose of the grant is to provide woman-owned startups in Texas with the financial support to fuel their growth and drive success.  Funding Information $5,000 Funds can 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. Marketing, advertising, and social media campaigns. Any other business-related activity that CWE deems is aligned with the stated purpose of this program. Eligibility Criteria Eligible businesses must satisfy all of the following conditions: Existing Texas woman-owned businesses (51% directly owned and controlled by one or more women who are U.S. citizens or U.S. permanent residents) with five or fewer employees may apply (including the owner.) The business must currently 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 10/04/2019 – current.) 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. For more information, visit Texas Woman’s University.