The Cibolo Economic Development Corporation (CEDC) announced it awarded more than $200,000 in business development grants during fiscal year 2026, which ended September 30. The milestone comes during the first fiscal year of the EDGE Grant Program, an initiative designed to encourage business investment, commercial property improvements, and continued economic growth throughout Cibolo.
Building on that progress, CEDC has consolidated its business grant offerings into a single program for fiscal year 2027: the Economic Development for Growth & Enhancement (EDGE) Grant Program. The updated program provides two funding tiers, allowing CEDC to support both smaller commercial improvement projects and larger business investments.
The EDGE Grant Program now includes a Standard EDGE Grant, a 50/50 matching reimbursement grant of up to $15,000 for eligible commercial property improvements. Businesses can use the funding for qualifying projects such as façade enhancements, signage, exterior construction, lighting, and parking improvements. A Special Circumstances EDGE Grant offers up to $50,000 for qualifying projects involving an investment of $1 million or more. This tier is designed to provide additional support for larger business investments that contribute to Cibolo's economic development goals.
By bringing its grant offerings together under the EDGE program, CEDC aims to simplify the process for businesses seeking financial assistance while providing greater flexibility to support projects of different sizes.
“The EDGE Grant Program helps Cibolo businesses invest, grow, and strengthen our local economy,” said Clancy Hardin, Assistant Director of Economic Development, City of Cibolo. “The program’s first-year results demonstrate strong momentum, and the updated structure will allow us to support projects of all sizes.”
Originally introduced in July 2025, the EDGE Grant Program was created to help existing and new businesses invest in commercial properties, improve their facilities, and strengthen their presence in the community. Local businesses across retail, restaurants, and personal services have received grant awards, including River City ACE, CRUST Pizza, Max & Louie's New York Diner, and other Cibolo establishments. These awards demonstrate the program's reach across different business sectors and its role in encouraging local investment.
Businesses interested in learning more about the EDGE Grant Program, eligibility requirements, or the application process can visit www.cibolotx.gov/EDC or contact the Cibolo Economic Development Corporation at Email Contact.
The more than $200,000 in grants awarded during FY2026 reflects CEDC's ongoing efforts to encourage private investment and support the local business community. The program also supports Cibolo's broader economic development strategy, which emphasizes business retention, expansion, and attracting new investment. With the introduction of the two-tier EDGE program for FY2027, CEDC is expanding the range of projects that may qualify for assistance while maintaining its focus on responsible economic development and long-term community growth.
