LLC Grants & Formation Support
Explore support for first-time Texas LLC formation and learn what to prepare before filing. Ask about the current grant cycle and eligibility.
Ask About LLC Grants ↗Texas small business support
Start with a stronger foundation.
Build a business ready for more.
Explore LLC Grants, practical business training, and capital-readiness support to turn your next business step into a clear plan.
Already know what you need? Ask about LLC Grants or business support.
Behind every business is an owner. Behind every owner is a community.
Find your next step
Support for the business you’re building.
Small Business Training
Build practical skills in business planning, financial records, cash flow, and day-to-day operations.
Explore Upcoming Trainings ↗Funding Readiness & Connections
Clarify what your business needs, organize your financial information, and explore an appropriate provider connection.
Explore Capital Support ↗LLC Grants depend on eligibility, available funding, and grant-cycle requirements. Expressing interest does not guarantee an award.
Free LLC Readiness Scorecard
Not sure where to start?
Answer 12 questions in about five minutes. Get your preparation stage, three priorities, and recommended Texas 1000 training.
Leave with a useful next step.
Instant results. A report you can download. No email required to see your results.
Learn it. Use it.
Upcoming Small Business Capacity & Funding Readiness Trainings
Find training to help you prepare for LLC formation, build stronger business habits, and get ready for funding conversations.
See current dates, locations, fees, session topics, and registration details on Eventbrite.
View Trainings & Register ↗How we help
From your starting point to your next milestone.
1. Understand where you are
Use the scorecard or tell our team what you need help with.
2. Build your foundation
Explore eligible LLC Grant support and complete training that addresses your preparation gaps.
3. Put your learning to work
Improve your records, operations, and financial preparation. Document progress and choose your next step.
When you’re thinking about funding
Prepare for a better capital conversation.
Texas 1000 Capital Connect
Describe your capital needs and explore a potential connection with a bank, CDFI, or SBA lender. If you need more preparation, start with training and business support.
Visit Texas 1000 Capital Connect ↗Texas 1000 Capital Connect is a referral service, not a lender. Providers make their own eligibility and funding decisions.
A foundation to build on
Our impact so far.
Texas 1000 Project’s reported impact reflects our work helping entrepreneurs build businesses and move toward greater economic opportunity.
16LLC businesses incorporated
195Entrepreneurs mentored
496Entrepreneurs served
85Small business trainings
769Training registrations
200Jobs created or supported, as reported
$5MIn projected economic activity
For funders & community partners
Beyond participation.
Measurable outcomes.
Support business formation and the preparation that helps owners put their next opportunity to work.
Help businesses get established
Support LLC Grants, formation preparation, and training. Track grants awarded and LLC formations completed.
Help owners build capacity
Support improvements in business planning, financial records, cash-flow visibility, and operations. Track completed milestones and changes in readiness.
Follow the outcomes
Track provider referrals, funding outcomes, business stability, jobs, and owner income as distinct measures, with participant consent.
We work with partners to define the people served, scope, budget, outcome targets, and reporting plan before funding begins.
Discuss a Funding Partnership ↗Quick answers
What to know before you start.
Can Texas 1000 help me form my first LLC?
Our LLC Grants support eligible entrepreneurs with first-time Texas LLC formation. Availability, eligibility, and requirements vary by grant cycle. Use the Participant Interest Form to ask about current options.
What if I already have an LLC?
You can still explore training, business support, and funding preparation. The LLC Readiness Scorecard can help identify areas to strengthen after formation.
Is the LLC Readiness Scorecard free?
Yes. You can see your results and download a preparation report without providing an email. Sharing your name, email, and report with our team is optional.
Does the scorecard tell me if I qualify for a grant or loan?
No. It identifies preparation gaps and recommends training next steps. It does not determine grant eligibility or lender approval.
How do I register for training?
Visit our Eventbrite training listings for current dates, locations, fees, and registration.
How can my organization support this work?
Use the Funding & Partnership Form to discuss LLC Grant support, training, sponsorship, or a community or capital-provider partnership.
Help write the next chapter
More prepared owners.
Stronger Texas businesses.
Let’s take the next step
Participant Interest Form
Tell us where your business is today and whether you need support with LLC Grants, business formation, capacity building, or capital readiness with Texas 1000 Project.
This is an expression of interest. LLC Grants are subject to eligibility, available funding, and grant-cycle requirements; submitting this form does not guarantee a grant or initiative placement. This is not a loan application. Please do not include Social Security numbers, bank details, or sensitive financial documents.
Let’s take the next step
Funding & Partnership Form
For organizations interested in partnering with Texas 1000 Project, supporting small business formation, training, and capital preparation, and/or advancing our mission of Economic and Social Mobility Through Entrepreneurship. Express your interest in supporting LLC Grants, initiative funding, sponsorship, capital-provider collaboration, or a training and community partnership.
This form expresses your organization’s interest in partnering with Texas 1000 Project or supporting our mission. Please share your partnership goals and how you would like to contribute. Do not include Social Security numbers, bank details, or sensitive financial documents.