Governor Greg Abbott has announced that more than $8.5 million in grants have been awarded to 35 organizations serving veterans and their families in Central Texas. The funding, administered by the Texas Veterans Commission (TVC) through its Fund for Veterans’ Assistance (FVA), is expected to support over 4,440 veterans and their families across 30 counties.
Governor Abbott emphasized the importance of supporting veterans, stating, “Our veterans represent the strength and resilience of our great state. By strengthening these 35 Central Texas organizations, we are creating opportunities that will carry our veterans and their families forward for generations. Texas will always stand with the brave men and women who answered the call to protect our state and our nation.”
Mary Dale, TVC Commissioner, spoke about the impact of timely support for veterans in Central Texas: “In Central Texas, we see every day how much difference timely support means for veterans and their families. By investing in local partners and organizations, these FVA grants bring strength and stability directly to veterans and their families – turning community care into life-changing impact. These grants and these partnerships both expand our ability to provide vital services to those most deserving.”
The grant awards were presented at the Heroes Resource Center in Cedar Park. Organizations receiving funding include groups focused on housing, financial assistance, clinical counseling, veteran treatment courts, elder care services, service dog programs, peer support services, small business support for veterans, transportation fleets for county use, home modification efforts, rental or mortgage help, legal services and family support.
Some of the recipients are Austin Area Urban League ($350,000), Bell County ($400,000), Easter Seals Central Texas Inc. ($500,000), Samaritan Center for Counseling and Pastoral Care ($500,000), Williamson County ($300,000 plus $320,000 for Veterans Treatment Court), among others.
Earlier this year in May 2025 Governor Abbott announced a record allocation of $46.3 million through over 200 grants benefiting nearly 40,000 veterans statewide.
Since 2009 through the current grant cycle (2025-2026), more than $359 million has been distributed via over 1,600 FVA grants across Texas.
The TVC’s grant programs cover areas such as general assistance—including emergency financial aid—housing initiatives under Housing for Texas Heroes; mental health; specialized courts for veteran treatment; as well as supporting county service officers.
Funding comes primarily from proceeds generated by special Texas Lottery games designated to benefit veteran causes. Additional contributions come from optional donations made during vehicle registration or when obtaining hunting or fishing licenses.
Veterans seeking assistance can find information about available resources at the TVC website.
