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Waco, Texas
Waco Small Business Grants, Loans & Incentives
Screen government programs available for Waco businesses. From local McLennan County incentives to Texas state and federal programs your business may qualify for.
142,000Population
35+Texas State Programs
35+Federal Programs
Waco is centrally located between Dallas and Austin on Interstate 35. The city's economy is driven by Baylor University, healthcare, manufacturing, and a growing tourism sector anchored by the Magnolia Market. Waco has attracted food manufacturing and distribution operations taking advantage of its central Texas location.
Local Economy
Key Industries in Waco
Waco's economy is built on these major sectors, each with access to industry-specific government programs.
Higher Education
Healthcare
Manufacturing
Tourism
Food Processing
Major employers and economic anchors: Baylor University, L3Harris Technologies, SpaceX (McGregor test facility), Magnolia Market
Texas State Programs
35+ Texas state programs available to Waco businesses
Including the Texas Enterprise Fund, Skills Development Fund, Texas Capital Fund, manufacturing exemptions, franchise tax credits, and state export assistance programs.
Federal Programs
35+ federal programs open to Waco businesses
Including SBA loans, SBIR/STTR research grants, USDA rural programs, export finance, veteran and women-owned business contracting programs, and more.
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How It Works
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We screen 150+ programs
Your answers are screened against verified government programs at the local, Texas state, and federal level — sourced directly from official agency pages.
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See which programs match your Waco business
Our $49 screening report checks your business against 150+ programs across local, state, and federal agencies — with evidence from official government sources.
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This is a screening tool, not a guarantee of eligibility or funding. Program availability, requirements, and funding levels may change. Government agencies make final eligibility and funding decisions. Every result links back to the official program page so you can verify directly with the administering agency.