GRANT · HOW TO WIN THIS
Loan amount varies; rolling basis.
Rolling — no set application deadline.
FUNDING TYPE
CDFI, Loan
CAN YOU GET THIS?
YOUR REAL ODDS
If you are a NeighborWorks network member, lending is available on a rolling basis with a stated emphasis on flexible, patient terms.
The fund has deployed over $600 million to network members, suggesting consistent activity, but it is not a competitive open grant — it is a loan product for a defined membership base.
WHAT IT TAKES
Confirm NeighborWorks America network membership — 1 day
Contact NeighborWorks Capital to discuss your project and loan needs — 1–2 weeks
Submit a loan application through the Borrower Portal — 2–4 weeks
WORTH KNOWING
NeighborWorks Capital emphasizes 'patient capital' and positions itself as a long-term partner, not just a lender — their track record includes consulting and capital-raising support alongside loans, which may be useful beyond just the financing itself.
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