As Flooding Strikes Again, LiftFund Launches New Relief Program for Hill Country Small Businesses
The program provides relief funding and trusted support for entrepreneurs impacted by recent flooding across the Texas Hill Country
San Antonio, TX (Newsworthy.ai) Monday Jul 20, 2026 @ 11:00 AM CDT
LiftFund to Help Comfort Texas Businesses
“Our hearts are with the Texas small businesses that are facing yet another tragic disaster. When disasters strike, they need trusted partners who can respond in a matter of days to sustain the business and its employees," said Amy Hereford, President and CEO of LiftFund.”
As communities across the Texas Hill Country are once again impacted by the devastating flooding that has swept across businesses, families, and local economies, LiftFund has launched the 2026 Texas Hill Country Flood Relief Program to help small businesses and nonprofits access funding and support to relieve the current hardships caused by new flood damage.
Many small businesses were still working to recover from last year’s devastating floods when the latest storms brought new damage, disruptions, and financial setbacks, compounding the challenges facing entrepreneurs and the communities that depend on them.
LiftFund to Help Comfort Texas Businesses
“Our hearts are with the Texas small businesses that are facing yet another tragic disaster. When disasters strike, they need trusted partners who can respond in a matter of days to sustain the business and its employees," said Amy Hereford, President and CEO of LiftFund.”
Through the 2026 Texas Hill Country Flood Relief Program, eligible small businesses and nonprofit organizations may apply for grants of up to $10,000 to support recovery efforts, including:
- Grants of up to $10,000 for eligible small businesses and nonprofit organizations impacted by the July 2026 Texas Hill Country floods.
- Funding may be used for rebuilding and repair expenses, replacement of lost or damaged equipment, and general business operating expenses.
- Eligible applicants must have been operating on or before July 1, 2025.
- Applicants must be located in one of the following counties: Bandera, Blanco, Burnet, Comal, Edwards, Gillespie, Hays, Kendall, Kerr, Kimble, Llano, Mason, Medina, Menard, Real, or Uvalde.
- Applicants must demonstrate they experienced a negative economic impact as a result of the July 2026 floods.
“Our hearts are with the Texas small businesses that are facing yet another tragic disaster. When disasters strike, they need trusted partners who can respond in a matter of days to sustain the business and its employees," said Amy Hereford, President and CEO of LiftFund. "Our team is prepared to help business owners stabilize, recover, and continue serving the communities that depend on them.”
Over the last year, LiftFund has deployed 525 grants and loans totaling more than $17 million in funding for small businesses across the Hill Country. For more than three decades, LiftFund has helped entrepreneurs recover from disasters and economic crises by providing responsible and affordable lending, grant administration, and educational support and assistance. The organization has supported businesses affected by hurricanes, wildfires, floods, and the COVID-19 pandemic, developing purpose-built disaster recovery systems that prioritize speed, accountability, and equitable access to capital.
"Every small business that reopens strengthens its community," Hereford said. "When entrepreneurs can recover, employees return to work, families regain stability, and local economies begin moving forward again."
LiftFund is also working with philanthropic organizations, corporate partners, and community leaders to expand available recovery resources for affected small businesses and nonprofits. Additional funding will help increase access to affordable financing, grants, and business support services as recovery efforts continue.
Organizations and individuals interested in supporting the recovery effort may donate at donate.liftfund.com or contact Liliane Spenle at 469-607-0624 to discuss partnership opportunities.
Small business owners seeking assistance can visit https://www.liftfund.com/2026-texas-hill-country-flood-relief-program or call 888-215-2373 to learn more about available recovery resources and determine eligibility.
About LiftFund
LiftFund is one of the nation's leading nonprofit small business lenders, dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs and advancing economic opportunity. For more than 30 years, LiftFund has generated billions in economic impact by providing responsible loans, managing grant programs, and delivering accessible financial education. Through mission-driven capital and trusted partnerships, LiftFund helps entrepreneurs build stronger businesses and more resilient communities. Learn more at LiftFund.com.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What relief programs are available for small businesses affected by the 2026 Texas Hill Country floods?
- LiftFund has launched the 2026 Texas Hill Country Flood Relief Program, offering grants of up to $10,000 for eligible small businesses and nonprofits impacted by the July 2026 floods. The program is available to those operating on or before July 1, 2025, in specific counties and who can demonstrate negative economic impacts from the flooding.
- How much financial assistance has LiftFund provided to small businesses recently?
- In the past year, LiftFund has deployed 525 grants and loans totaling more than $17 million to support small businesses across the Texas Hill Country. This effort is part of their ongoing mission to help entrepreneurs recover from disasters and economic crises.
- What are the eligibility criteria for the 2026 Texas Hill Country Flood Relief Program?
- To be eligible for the 2026 Texas Hill Country Flood Relief Program, businesses must have been operating on or before July 1, 2025, be located in one of the specified counties, and demonstrate they experienced a negative economic impact from the July 2026 floods. Grants of up to $10,000 are available for recovery efforts.
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