Veteran-owned companies account for 9.2% of all businesses in Texas. Our state has programs that can help active-duty, reservists, service-disabled, and military spouses start or expand their companies in the Lone Star State. Here are some resources that can help if you plan to start or relocate your business to Alamo! Click on each program’s name to learn more about it!
The Revolving Loan Program
The Revolving Loan Program is self-sustaining, and its main objective is opening up businesses in Alamo. This assists with economic development near McAllen. Funds that are paid back with interest are then used for future revolving loan notes.
This program can be used for:
- Start-up costs
- Working capital
- Purchasing property
- Repair and renovations
The UTRGV Veterans Business Outreach Center
The UTRGV Veterans Business Outreach Center helps, creates, retains, and develops businesses for veterans, the National Guard, and reservists. The center has the following programs:
- The Entrepreneur Training Program
- Boots to Business
- Outreach Events
The Texas Veterans Commission
The Texas Veterans Commission has helped over 13,000 veteran business owners and entrepreneurs with:
- Business plans
- Financing
- Marketing research and strategies
- Government contracts
- Referral programs
The Veteran Women’s Enterprise Center
The Veterans Women’s Enterprise Center provides:
- Financial preparedness
- Business certifications
- Contract opportunity creation
- Viable social capital
- Access to immediate financial resources
- On-site personal and professional resources
Start a Business in Alamo Today!
Texas offers a business-friendly environment, especially to men and women of the armed forces. Contact the Alamo EDC today to find out how we can help your veteran-owned business succeed.