LCRA awards $3,920 grant to Palacios Community Hub for rainwater catchment systems
New systems will support community programming, enhance outdoor learning spaces
Nov. 21, 2025
The community grant, along with $9,802 in matching contributions from the Hub, will enable the installation of two large-capacity rainwater collection systems at the Hub’s location on Fifth Street in Palacios. The systems will provide a low-cost water source for the Hub’s urban green space, helping reduce water expenses, support year-round planting and strengthen drought resilience.
The Hub serves residents from across Matagorda County with a variety of outreach, educational and wellness programs for families, youth and seniors. The new rainwater systems will expand the Hub’s ability to host hands-on learning experiences in gardening, conservation and environmental stewardship.
“The rain catchment system will support an urban green space that provides our community with an easily accessible natural space,” said Leslie Hartman, Hub outreach and program development director. “We also plan for this project to be a demonstration program that allows any interested person to see, help and experience a space they can replicate at their own homes.”
In addition to supporting community garden operations, the rainwater systems will serve as a learning tool for local students, families and visitors by showing how rainwater catchment systems can be used in everyday life. The Hub plans to incorporate the catchment systems into workshops, volunteer opportunities and outdoor events that engage the broader community.
This is one of 41 grants awarded recently through LCRA Community Grants. These grants are awarded twice a year as part of LCRA’s effort to give back to communities in its wholesale electric, water and transmission service areas.
Applications for the next round of grants will be accepted in January. More information is available at lcra.org/cdpp.
About LCRA
The Lower Colorado River Authority serves customers and communities throughout Texas by managing the lower Colorado River; generating and transmitting electric power; providing a clean, reliable water supply; and offering outdoor adventures at more than 40 parks along the Colorado River from the Texas Hill Country to the Gulf Coast. LCRA and its employees are committed to fulfilling our mission to enhance the quality of life of the Texans we serve through water stewardship, energy and community service. LCRA was created by the Texas Legislature in 1934 and receives no state appropriations.
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