LiftFund Launches Relief Program for Hill Country Small Businesses Hit by July 2026 Floods
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As the Texas Hill Country grapples with yet another round of devastating floods, LiftFund has launched the 2026 Texas Hill Country Flood Relief Program to provide critical funding and support for affected small businesses and nonprofits. Many entrepreneurs were still recovering from last year's floods when the July 2026 storms brought new damage, compounding financial hardships and threatening the stability of local communities.
The program offers grants of up to $10,000 to eligible small businesses and nonprofit organizations that have experienced negative economic impact from the July 2026 floods. Funding can be used for rebuilding and repair expenses, replacement of lost or damaged equipment, and general business operating expenses. To qualify, applicants must have been operating on or before July 1, 2025, and 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.
“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 past year, LiftFund has deployed 525 grants and loans totaling more than $17 million to support Hill Country small businesses. For more than three decades, the nonprofit has specialized in disaster recovery, helping entrepreneurs bounce back from hurricanes, wildfires, floods, and the COVID-19 pandemic. Its disaster recovery systems prioritize speed, accountability, and equitable access to capital—critical factors when time is of the essence.
The economic ripple effects of these floods are significant. Every small business that reopens helps stabilize its community. “When entrepreneurs can recover, employees return to work, families regain stability, and local economies begin moving forward again,” Hereford noted.
LiftFund is also collaborating with philanthropic organizations, corporate partners, and community leaders to expand recovery resources. Additional funding will increase access to affordable financing, grants, and business support services as recovery efforts continue. Organizations and individuals interested in supporting the effort can donate at donate.liftfund.com or contact Liliane Spenle at 469-607-0624 to discuss partnership opportunities.
Small business owners seeking assistance can visit LiftFund's flood relief page or call 888-215-2373 to learn more about available recovery resources and determine eligibility.
This timely relief program underscores the importance of having rapid-response mechanisms in place for disaster-prone regions. By providing direct grants and leveraging partnerships, LiftFund aims to mitigate the long-term economic damage caused by recurring floods, helping Hill Country entrepreneurs rebuild and sustain the local economy.