Greater Dallas County Development Alliance Opens Small Business Grant Fund

The organization is offering $20,000 in funding to support local entrepreneurs across Dallas County.

Apr. 2, 2026 at 3:32pm

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The Greater Dallas County Development Alliance has officially opened applications for the next round of its Small Business Grant Fund, which provides monetary support to small businesses in the Dallas County area. The grant program, which launched last year, aims to fund applicants looking for financial assistance in key growth areas such as furniture and fixtures, technology, marketing, and professional development.

Why it matters

Investing in small businesses is seen as a crucial way to strengthen the local economy in Dallas County. These targeted investments help small businesses innovate, expand, and adapt, which in turn fuels local pride, strengthens the business ecosystem, and creates lasting economic impact across the community.

The details

The Small Business Grant Fund was created as part of a strategic shift from the Alliance's former Revolving Loan Fund, providing a more flexible and accessible funding option for local entrepreneurs. A total of $20,000 in funding is available, and applications are open from April 1 through May 31. Last year, five small businesses representing a range of industries were awarded funding through the program.

  • Applications for the Small Business Grant Fund are open from April 1 through May 31, 2026.
  • The grant program launched in 2025, with five small businesses receiving funding that year.

The players

Greater Dallas County Development Alliance

An organization that aims to support and strengthen the local economy in Dallas County, Texas.

Nora Noonan

The Marketing & Business Development Coordinator for the Greater Dallas County Development Alliance.

Rachel Wacker

The Executive Director for the Greater Dallas County Development Alliance.

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What they’re saying

“Investing in special projects for small businesses is one of the most impactful ways we can strengthen the local economy in Dallas County. These targeted investments help our small businesses innovate, expand, and adapt. This support fuels local pride, strengthens our business ecosystem, and creates lasting economic impact across our communities.”

— Rachel Wacker, Executive Director

What’s next

The Greater Dallas County Development Alliance will review applications and announce the recipients of the 2026 Small Business Grant Fund in June.

The takeaway

The Greater Dallas County Development Alliance's Small Business Grant Fund demonstrates a commitment to supporting local entrepreneurs and strengthening the economic resilience of the Dallas County community. By providing flexible funding for key growth areas, the program aims to empower small businesses to innovate, expand, and thrive.