GRANT · HOW TO WIN THIS
Varies; loan amount determined per applicant
Rolling — apply any time
FUNDING TYPE
CDFI, Loan
CAN YOU GET THIS?
YOUR REAL ODDS
No public data on approval rates, but as a CDFI and SBA microlender they are specifically designed to fund businesses that may not qualify for traditional bank loans.
Rolling applications mean no competitive cohort, but loan amounts vary and are not disclosed publicly, so terms depend on individual review.
WHAT IT TAKES
Confirm your business address is in one of the four eligible counties — 5 minutes
Review loan programs on commoncapitalma.org and gather business financials — 1-2 days
Submit application online — 1-2 hours
WORTH KNOWING
Common Capital also offers business assistance alongside lending, which could be useful for early-stage founders who need more than just capital.
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