GRANT · HOW TO WIN THIS
Varies; loan amounts not specified publicly.
Rolling applications — no set deadline.
FUNDING TYPE
CDFI, Loan
CAN YOU GET THIS?
YOUR REAL ODDS
They have served 24,000 entrepreneurs and deployed $160 million in total lending, suggesting consistent, high-volume activity rather than a selective one-time grant.
As a CDFI lender rather than a grant program, approval depends on your business needs and financials, not a competitive selection pool. Testimonials suggest they work with businesses turned away by traditional lenders.
WHAT IT TAKES
Check you're in the 29-county service region in MN or WI — 5 minutes
Submit an inquiry via their Get Started form — 15–30 minutes
Meet with their team to assess your business needs and loan options — 1–2 weeks
WORTH KNOWING
Entrepreneur Fund pairs loans with personalized advising, so even if your loan amount is small, you gain access to ongoing business support—multiple clients mention using them as a long-term resource, not just a one-time lender.
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