GRANT · HOW TO WIN THIS
Up to $350,000; loan terms not publicly specified.
Rolling applications—apply any time.
FUNDING TYPE
CDFI, Loan
CAN YOU GET THIS?
YOUR REAL ODDS
No public acceptance rate is given, but the program explicitly targets businesses banks have already turned away.
Bankable describes itself as a 'second chance' lender, so the bar for credit quality is lower than a bank—but you still go through a formal loan review process with a dedicated loan officer.
WHAT IT TAKES
Submit the online application — 1–2 hours
Work with your assigned loan officer through the review process — Days to weeks
Receive a tailored loan decision — Timeline not specified
WORTH KNOWING
Most borrowers reach Bankable through a referral from a bank or other partner—if a bank has turned you down, ask them to formally refer you to Bankable, which may strengthen your application.
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