GRANT · HOW TO WIN THIS
Loan amount varies; terms not publicly listed.
Rolling — apply any time, no set deadline.
FUNDING TYPE
CDFI, Loan
CAN YOU GET THIS?
YOUR REAL ODDS
No public data on approval rates, but as a CDFI they are designed to serve borrowers who may not qualify at traditional banks.
They have deployed over $39 million in small business loans over 20 years, suggesting consistent activity. Rolling applications mean you are not competing in a single competitive round.
WHAT IT TAKES
Check eligibility — confirm your business is in Philadelphia or you are a PA resident — 15 minutes
Submit online loan application via their Apply Now portal — 1-2 hours
Work with their business advisory team if needed to strengthen your application — Ongoing
WORTH KNOWING
NPF pairs loans with free business advisory and mentoring services, which can strengthen your application and your business — worth engaging even before you apply.
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