GRANT · HOW TO WIN THIS
Up to $10,000, interest-free; loan amounts vary by applicant.
Rolling applications — no fixed deadline.
FUNDING TYPE
CDFI, Loan
CAN YOU GET THIS?
YOUR REAL ODDS
WEALF has funded over 120 businesses with more than $1,000,000 in loans to date.
The program is rolling and accessible, but it is regionally focused on NYC metro. Competition is real but the lack of traditional credit requirements means more founders can qualify than with conventional lenders.
WHAT IT TAKES
Check eligibility: woman-owned business in NYC metro area — 15 minutes
Submit application via the WEALF website — 1-2 hours
Engage with assigned mentor as part of the loan program — Ongoing
WORTH KNOWING
Loans come paired with one-on-one mentoring from an experienced businesswoman — this is a requirement of the program, not optional, so expect an active relationship beyond just the funding.
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