GRANT · HOW TO WIN THIS
Varies; loan amounts not publicly specified.
Rolling — no deadline, apply at any time.
FUNDING TYPE
CDFI, Loan
CAN YOU GET THIS?
YOUR REAL ODDS
Loan approval depends on your business financials and creditworthiness, not a competitive selection process.
As a bank loan program, this is not a grant competition — you qualify based on lending criteria. Rolling submissions mean you can apply anytime without waiting for a funding cycle.
WHAT IT TAKES
Visit securityfederalbank.com and review small business loan options — 30–60 minutes
Contact a Business Solutions Specialist or local branch to discuss your needs — 1–2 days
Submit a loan application with business financials — 1–2 weeks to prepare
WORTH KNOWING
Security Federal Bank is a certified CDFI, which means it has a mission to serve underserved businesses and communities — this can make it more flexible than a conventional bank for early-stage borrowers.
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