GRANT · HOW TO WIN THIS
Loan amount varies; no publicly listed cap.
Rolling — applications accepted on an ongoing basis.
FUNDING TYPE
CDFI, Loan
CAN YOU GET THIS?
YOUR REAL ODDS
No public data on approval rates, but NDC has worked with over 550 active entrepreneurs since founding.
As a CDFI, NDC is designed to serve entrepreneurs who may not qualify for conventional bank loans, which suggests more flexible underwriting than traditional lenders.
WHAT IT TAKES
Review NDC's Getting Started resources and upcoming workshops on their website — 1-2 hours
Complete entrepreneur training if required for your loan type — Varies by program
Submit a loan application through NDC directly — 1-2 hours to prepare
WORTH KNOWING
NDC pairs loans with training and over 70,000 hours of coaching provided to entrepreneurs — completing their training programs may strengthen your loan application.
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