GRANT · HOW TO WIN THIS
Loan amount varies; terms not publicly specified.
Rolling — no deadline, apply anytime.
FUNDING TYPE
CDFI, Loan
CAN YOU GET THIS?
YOUR REAL ODDS
No public data on approval rates or number of awards, but the organization has funded 2,188 total projects to date.
As a CDFI lender rather than a grant program, approval depends on your loan application and creditworthiness. Rolling submissions mean no competitive cohort deadlines, but loan decisions are still at the lender's discretion.
WHAT IT TAKES
Review business loan programs on the LCD Group site and contact them directly — 1-2 hours
Prepare business financials and loan application materials — 1-2 weeks
Submit application and await decision — Ongoing, rolling basis
WORTH KNOWING
Lewis & Clark Development Group recently launched a VetLoan Advantage program offering discounts for military-connected entrepreneurs, which may provide better terms if you qualify.
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