GRANT · HOW TO WIN THIS
Varies; micro-loan amounts not publicly specified.
Rolling — no set deadline, applications accepted on an ongoing basis.
FUNDING TYPE
CDFI, Loan
CAN YOU GET THIS?
YOUR REAL ODDS
Odds are not publicly stated, but as a CDFI-backed micro-loan program it is designed to serve businesses that may not qualify for traditional bank financing.
The program includes one-on-one counseling and loan preparation support, suggesting they work with applicants to get them ready rather than simply screening them out.
WHAT IT TAKES
Contact FAHF directly by phone or email to start the conversation — 1 day
Work with a counselor on business plan development and loan preparation — 2–4 weeks
Submit loan application — 1 week
WORTH KNOWING
FAHF pairs loan access with free technical assistance, accounting, marketing, and IT counsel — going through their TA program before applying may strengthen your loan application.
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