GRANT · HOW TO WIN THIS
Varies; debt and investment capital, terms not publicly listed.
Rolling — no set deadline, apply anytime.
FUNDING TYPE
CDFI, Loan
CAN YOU GET THIS?
YOUR REAL ODDS
No public data on approval rates or number of loans made annually.
As a CDFI, ICAP exists specifically to serve businesses that may struggle to access traditional capital, which can make qualification more accessible than a conventional lender — but loan amounts and terms vary and are not publicly specified.
WHAT IT TAKES
Review ICAP program details and resources on their site — 1–2 hours
Submit a loan application through the Apply for a Loan portal — 1–3 hours
Respond to any follow-up requests from ICAP staff — Varies
WORTH KNOWING
ICAP is part of a larger organization with 40 years of focus on diverse and underserved populations, so businesses owned by minorities or women may be particularly well-aligned with their mission.
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