Texas African American Chamber of Commerce

Building Black Economic Power

The statewide authority for Black business advocacy, capital access, and economic advancement across Texas.

Texas African American Chamber of Commerce

To ensure that African American Business Owners receive a fair share of the economic prosperity of Texas. Serve as a catalyst for a better quality of life in African American communities throughout Texas. Support policies that allow African-Americans access to economic opportunities.

State of Black
Business in Texas

Policy Watch

Inside the 89th Texas Legislature: What It Means for
Black Business Owners

Three bills moving through committee would reshape procurement rules, minority contracting thresholds, and state-backed lending access. We break down the stakes — and what you can do right now.

April 8, 2025 . 8 min read

Capital Access

$40M Federal SSBCI Funds Now Available in Texas

State Small Business Credit Initiative funds are live. See if your business qualifies for low-interest lending or equity support.

April 8, 2025 . 8 min read

Economic Trend

Black-Owned Firms in Texas Grew 14% — But Access Gap Persists

State Small Business Credit Initiative funds are live. See if your business qualifies for low-interest lending or equity support.

April 8, 2025 . 8 min read

Legislative Alert

SB 1177 Could Cut Minority Supplier Access — Act Now

April 8, 2025 . 8 min read

Win

Dallas Chamber Secures $2.1M City Procurement Set-Aside

April 8, 2025 . 8 min read

Multiple Chambers
Across Texas

As the world’s largest business organization, the Texas Association of African American Chambers of Commerce and the Texas Black Chamber of Commerce address companies of all sizes across all industries.

Take the next step in developing your business. Learn more about membership and benefits below.

30+
Chambers driving Black business growth statewide
10,000+
Members connected through local Black chambers
350,000+
Businesses represented through unified statewide advocacy
$1.4B+
Combined revenue from member businesses across Texas

REAL RESULTS FROM BLACK BUSINESSES
ACROSS TEXAS COMMUNITIES

SAN ANTONIO CHAMBER HOSTS RIBBON CUTTING SUPPORTING NEW BLACK-OWNED BUSINESS LAUNCH

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DALLAS ENTREPRENEUR AWARDED GRANT FUNDING TO SCALE OPERATIONS AND HIRE STAFF

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HOUSTON-BASED BUSINESS SECURES MAJOR STATE CONTRACT THROUGH TAAACC ADVOCACY SUPPORT

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FROM THE DIRECTOR’S DESK

NEW LEGISLATION IMPACTING BLACK BUSINESSES IN TEXAS

A clear breakdown of recent legislation, what it means for Black business owners, and how TAAACC is responding at the state level.

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RECAP FROM STATEWIDE ADVOCACY MEETINGS AND EVENTS

Highlights from recent meetings with policymakers, community leaders, and partners driving economic progress across Texas.

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KEY OPPORTUNITIES AND INITIATIVES FOR BUSINESS GROWTH

Updates on grants, partnerships, and programs designed to create access, expansion, and long-term success for members.

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PARTNERSHIPS

We partner with organizations committed to expanding access, opportunity, and economic growth for Black businesses across Texas.