GRANT · HOW TO WIN THIS
Varies; loan amounts and rates based on creditworthiness and term.
Rolling — no set deadline, applications accepted ongoing.
FUNDING TYPE
CDFI, Loan
CAN YOU GET THIS?
YOUR REAL ODDS
Odds depend on your creditworthiness and loan terms, not a competitive grant selection process.
This is a loan product, not a grant. Approval is based on credit profile and loan terms. The credit union states rates and approvals are subject to creditworthiness.
WHAT IT TAKES
Check membership eligibility on the Priority CU website — 15–30 minutes
Become a member if not already one — 1–3 days
Apply for a business loan online or in branch — 1–3 days
WORTH KNOWING
Priority CU explicitly states a mission to serve underserved community members, so founders who may not qualify at traditional banks are worth applying here.
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