This resource provides an extensive, aggregate, but not necessarily comprehensive, list of funding sources that may be available to small business owners. Of note, the list flags where a grant program may be targeted at specific historically disadvantaged groups including e.g. Black, Immigrant, Person of Color, or Woman owned businesses.
This information should not be considered comprehensive. This information should not be construed as an endorsement of any specific financial program.
To apply for assistance for your small business, click here.
Aggregator site specific to New York State with information regarding loan and grant programs available in New York.
Unlock opportunity. Grow, Hire, Build, and Thrive The NYC Small Business Opportunity Fund delivers flexible, affordable capital and free business support services to small business owners and emerging entrepreneurs in New York City’s five boroughs. NYC Small Business Opportunity Fund loans are available up to $250,000.
The NYC Small Business Opportunity Fund serves all NYC-based small businesses, including: Businesses located in low- and moderate-income (LMI) communities Woman-owned businesses BIPOC-owned businesses Immigrant business owners New start-ups or early-stage businesses with less than two years of revenue Rebuilding and recovering businesses There is no minimum credit score required but applicants must demonstrate ability to repay the loan.
If you’re a NYC-based business – a startup, growth-stage, or needing a boost after the pandemic – the NYC Small Business Opportunity Fund is a trusted, affordable way to invest in your business. No minimum credit score required Loans up to $250,000 at 4% fixed interest rate Free business support Easy to apply No application fee
Webinars, resources and other information relevant for small businesses experiences the impact of COVID-19 in New York City (return to work, financial assistance and other important information).
The Oakland Black Business Fund (OBBF) includes a $10M relief fund focused on helping Oakland businesses impacted by COVID-19 and a $1B investment fund to support Black entrepreneurs across the country.
(Eligibility requirements not explicitly stated on website) Direct Application https://oaklandblackbusinessfund.org/apply/
Term loans between $5,000 and $250,000, repayment terms up to 12 months. Line of credit with loan amounts between $6,000 and $100,000 with repayment terms up to 12 months.
One year in business; Personal FICO score of 600; Annual business revenue of $100,000; Business bank account
Open for Business Hub lists technology companies that are helping small businesses by enabling remote work during the pandemic.