GRANT · HOW TO WIN THIS
Varies; no publicly stated minimum or maximum.
Rolling — no set deadline, apply anytime.
FUNDING TYPE
CDFI, Loan
CAN YOU GET THIS?
YOUR REAL ODDS
No public data on approval rates or number of loans issued annually.
As a small community bank, decisions are likely relationship-driven and case-by-case. Loan amounts vary and are not disclosed publicly, so expect a direct conversation to gauge fit.
WHAT IT TAKES
Review commercial loan offerings on their website — 30 minutes
Contact the bank directly to discuss your needs — 1–2 days to connect
Submit a loan application with required business documents — 1–2 weeks
WORTH KNOWING
Bank of Brookhaven is the only remaining home-owned bank in Lincoln County, Mississippi — decisions are made locally, which can mean more flexibility than larger institutions for community-based businesses.
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