Our goal Is to foster the creation of 1,000 sustainable businesses statewide.

Welcome to the Texas 1000 Project

LLC Grant and Funding Readiness Program

At the Texas 1000 Project, our mission is to help you turn your entrepreneurial dreams into reality. We exist to empower aspiring business owners like you by providing the resources, funding, and support you need to launch and sustain a successful company. Through our LLC Grant and Funding Readiness Program, we aim to create 1,000 sustainable businesses by 2028. In 2025, we’re adding 50 new LLCs to the Texas economy, and you could be one of them.

Our Mission: Economic and Social Mobility Through Entrepreneurship.

Our Vision is that the path to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness is accessible to all.

Why We Exist for You:

Starting a business can be overwhelming, from securing funding to developing a strong business model and leadership skills. We’re here to remove those barriers and equip you for long-term success.

We exist to help you:

Access to Funding Options through our LLC Grant.
Access 1:1 Mentorship with experts to guide your business growth.
Attend Free Business Development Classes including:
- Access to Capital
- Leadership Management
- Business Models
- Marketing Strategies

What Makes Us Different:

The Texas 1000 Project offers more than just funding—we provide comprehensive support to ensure your business doesn’t just launch but thrives. Here’s how we stand out:

LLC Grants: Unlike other programs, we offer non-repayable grants to help you take the crucial first step in forming your LLC.
Personalized Mentorship: We pair you with industry experts for 1:1 mentorship, offering tailored advice and guidance that’s specific to your business needs.
Free, Targeted Training: Our program includes free training classes on critical areas like capital access, leadership, business models, and marketing to ensure you’re equipped for long-term growth.
Focus on Sustainability: We don’t just help you start—we focus on making sure your business is built for long-term success with continued support, mentorship, and resources beyond the initial launch.

Business Development Training Classes

Limited Liability Corporation Grant Awardees

LLC Grant & Funding Readiness Participants

Our Limited Liability Corporation Grant & Funding Readiness program offers small business owners asset protection and small business funding training.

This program equips diverse entrepreneurs, especially from Black and Brown communities, with essential skills to navigate complex funding challenges effectively. By enabling access to crucial capital, we're fostering a robust, inclusive entrepreneurial landscape in Texas, advancing one LLC at a time.

LLC Formation Grant Application

How You Can Get Started:

If you reside in Texas and want to elevate your business by registering it as a Limited Liability Corporation, this grant opportunity is tailored for you. The Texas 1000 Project aims to provide you with a grant of up to $500.00 for the registration and fees of the State of Texas Limited Liability Corporation formation. This grant can provide the necessary resources to compete effectively in today's business landscape.

Complete the Application:

Share your business idea with us through our simple online form.
Schedule Your LLC Grant Consultation: Meet with our team to discuss how we can support your business, guide you through the grant process, and provide access to resources and mentorship.
Submit Your Business Plan:

Upload a brief plan outlining your vision and how you’ll achieve success.
Get Approved and Funded;

Receive a grant to form your LLC, access 1:1 mentorship, and join our Funding Readiness Program for personalized support.

Requirements:

Applicants must meet program requirements including, but not limited to:

*Complete Application* (Click Apply Button Below)

Identification:

Applicants must possess a valid Identification Card or Texas Driver's License.

Proof of Address:

Applicants must provide posted mail with their name that matches the provided ID or driver's license.

Bank Account:

Applicants must have a bank account or a registered D.B.A. (Doing Business As) entity in Texas.

Sales Proof:

Applicants must show proof of 8 to 12 months of sales.

Business Planning:

Applicants are required to complete a Bootstrap Mini Business Plan within 30 days, including 2 to 5-year Goals worksheets.

First LLC in Texas:

The LLC being formed must be the applicant's first LLC in the State of Texas.

Business Checking Account:

Applicants must be capable of opening a business checking account.

Training Classes:

Participants must attend 2 of our virtual online training classes as part of the program requirements.

*Complete Application* (Click Apply Button Below)

Upon completion participants will receive:

State of Texas Registered Limited Liability Corporation
EIN Number
LLC Operating Agreement
Access to our Financial Business Network.

We reserve the right to deny all applicants that have falsified information or the applicant is pursuing to establish a business for illegal activities.

The applicant's information will be reviewed and processed upon completion of the requirements.

Applicants will be informed of the approval or denial of the grant application.

We are accepting applications until October 1, 2024. (Limited spots available)

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Participating Sponsors

Donate to The Texas 1000 Project.

"We are proud to share that Bootstrap Entrepreneurs Inc. DBA Texas 1000 Project is a registered 501c3 Non-Profit organization. Your generous contributions are pivotal in our mission to empower aspiring entrepreneurs.

We want you to know that the proceeds will benefit our LLC Foundations and Formations Grant program, which provides valuable support to budding businesses. Your donations are tax-deductible and directly contribute to the growth and success of promising startups.

Thank you for partnering with us to make a lasting impact on the entrepreneurial journey of those we serve."

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