GRANT · HOW TO WIN THIS
Varies; no stated maximum disclosed.
Rolling applications — no fixed deadline.
FUNDING TYPE
CDFI, Loan
CAN YOU GET THIS?
YOUR REAL ODDS
They have provided 498 loans totaling $23.4 million over 17 years, suggesting a modest but consistent volume of lending.
Applications are rolling, so there's no competitive cohort deadline. Odds depend on your creditworthiness, business plan, and ability to work with their counselors — not a one-time pitch process.
WHAT IT TAKES
Review loan types on their site and confirm you fit their Native community focus — 1-2 hours
Connect with their full-time business counselor for guidance and application prep — 1-2 weeks
Submit loan application with business plan and budget documents — 1-2 weeks
WORTH KNOWING
NNDF partners with local lenders and technical assistance providers, meaning they may co-lend or help you build a stronger application for outside financing — not just provide capital directly.
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