GRANT · HOW TO WIN THIS
Varies; loan amounts not publicly specified.
Rolling — no deadline, apply any time.
FUNDING TYPE
CDFI, Loan
CAN YOU GET THIS?
YOUR REAL ODDS
No specific acceptance rate is published, but the fund explicitly says YES more often than traditional lenders.
As a CDFI, they exist specifically to lend to businesses that struggle to access conventional financing. Their stated mission is to approve loans that banks typically decline, especially for minority and women-owned businesses in underserved areas.
WHAT IT TAKES
Review loan programs on their site and confirm your project fits Allegheny County focus — 1-2 hours
Complete and submit the loan application via their website — A few hours to a day
Work with their team on business planning or technical assistance if needed — Ongoing
WORTH KNOWING
NCD Fund offers technical assistance alongside financing, so even if you are not loan-ready, engaging them early can help you get there. Their 2024 impact report highlights a specific commitment to BIPOC- and women-owned businesses.
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