GRANT · HOW TO WIN THIS
Varies; no minimum or maximum publicly stated.
Rolling — no set deadline, apply anytime.
FUNDING TYPE
CDFI, Loan
CAN YOU GET THIS?
YOUR REAL ODDS
FCI has deployed over $330 million since 1994, suggesting consistent deal flow, but loan sizes and selectivity are not publicly disclosed.
Applications are rolling, so there is no single competitive cohort deadline. As a CDFI, FCI likely evaluates mission alignment and creditworthiness, meaning underwriting standards apply even if terms are flexible.
WHAT IT TAKES
Submit a loan inquiry through the FCI website — 1-2 hours
Prepare financials and project description showing mission alignment — 1-2 weeks
Underwriting and loan decision process with FCI team — Weeks to months depending on deal complexity
WORTH KNOWING
FCI offers New Markets Tax Credits in addition to direct loans, which can be relevant for larger community facility or real estate projects in low-income areas.
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