GRANT · HOW TO WIN THIS
Varies; no specific amount listed
Rolling — no fixed deadline
FUNDING TYPE
CDFI, Loan
CAN YOU GET THIS?
YOUR REAL ODDS
Competitiveness and approval rates are not disclosed publicly.
As a CDFI, LIHP typically serves borrowers who may not qualify through conventional lenders. No data on number of business loans awarded or approval frequency is available from the source.
WHAT IT TAKES
Contact LIHP directly to confirm small business loan availability and criteria — 1–2 days
Prepare basic business financials and documentation — 1–2 weeks
Submit loan application — 1–3 days
WORTH KNOWING
LIHP is a HUD-certified CDFI with decades of community lending experience on Long Island — they may be more flexible than traditional lenders for underserved founders, but the website is primarily housing-focused so call before investing time in an application.
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