GRANT · HOW TO WIN THIS
Varies; specific amounts not published.
Rolling applications, no set deadline.
FUNDING TYPE
CDFI, Loan
CAN YOU GET THIS?
YOUR REAL ODDS
No public data on approval rates, but LRC has been lending since 2003 with a rolling application process.
As a CDFI, LRC is mission-driven to deploy capital into underserved markets, which generally means more flexibility than traditional lenders—but geographic focus is strict.
WHAT IT TAKES
Confirm eligibility: business located in Milwaukee or Racine, WI — 1 hour
Contact LRC or apply through their financing page — 1-2 days
Complete technical assistance process if required — Ongoing
WORTH KNOWING
LRC pairs loans with free technical assistance for clients, which means accepting the loan also gives you access to business support—a meaningful added benefit beyond just capital.
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