More than $10.9 million in grants have been awarded to 37 organizations serving veterans and their families in North Texas and the Dallas-Fort Worth area, Governor Greg Abbott announced. The funding, provided through the Fund for Veterans’ Assistance (FVA) and administered by the Texas Veterans Commission (TVC), is expected to support over 4,500 veterans across 32 counties.
“Texas is grateful for the brave men and women who selflessly served our country in the greatest military in the world,” said Governor Abbott. “The more than $10.9 million in grant funding will provide significant support and services to our veterans and their families in North Texas and Dallas-Fort Worth, including clinical counseling, service dog programs, and financial assistance. Texas will always support those who bravely put their lives on the line to defend our nation and our freedom.”
TVC Commission Secretary Chuck Wright also recognized the efforts of local organizations: “I want to sincerely thank each of our award recipients for serving our veterans. Your organizations are recognized for making a difference in the lives of those who served. The North Texas and DFW area has a strong military community, and it is home to many veterans. It’s great seeing the community give back to those who served.”
The grants were presented at an event held at Denton County Courthouse by Secretary Wright.
Recipients include groups such as Adaptive Training Foundation ($345,000 for support services), Baylor Research Institute ($500,000 for clinical counseling), Canine Companions for Independence ($350,000 for service dog program), City of Arlington ($700,000 total for homeless veteran support and housing), Collin County ($670,000 total for clinical counseling and treatment court), Garland Area Habitat for Humanity ($500,000 for housing initiatives), Patriot PAWS Service Dogs ($500,000), among others.
In May 2025, Governor Abbott announced a record $46.3 million distributed through over 200 grants statewide to benefit nearly 40,000 veterans or their dependents.
Since its inception in 2009 through the current grant cycle (2025-2026), FVA has awarded more than $359 million via over 1,600 grants across Texas.
The TVC provides grants under five categories: General Assistance; Housing for Texas Heroes; Veterans Mental Health Grants; Veterans Treatment Courts; and Veteran County Service Officers. These funds help cover emergency financial needs, transportation costs, legal services, family support programs, home modifications as well as rental or mortgage assistance.
Funding comes mainly from proceeds generated by designated Texas Lottery games supporting veterans’ causes. Additional donations are collected during vehicle registration or when purchasing hunting or fishing licenses.
Veterans seeking assistance can find local organizations offering help at tvc.texas.gov/fund.
