Black Girl Ventures

BGV Connect. The BGV Connect Incubator is dedicated to the Black Girl Ventures' mission to accelerate 100,000 women to economic advancement via community, education, and leadership. The BGV Connect Incubator is for Black/Brown women-identifying entrepreneurs and business leaders who are innovating and dedicated to leveling up their vision, idea, or business. Perks of membership include peer mentoring, business referrals, funding opportunities, networking opportunities, feedback sesssions, etc.

Pursuit Lending Small Business Loans

We have more than 15 loan programs that can help you achieve them. From start-up and working capital loans to commercial real estate financing, Pursuit has what you need to fund your ambition. At Pursuit, our mission is simple: to provide businesses with affordable loans and resources so that they can reach higher, transform and grow. This transformation may start with an individual borrower, but ultimately extends into the broader community, taking shape as new employment opportunities, economic development, and positive change.

The Jersey City Fund

The Jersey City Fund offers $25,000 - $250,000 SBA Community Advantage Loans for start-ups, early stage and mature businesses. The loan may be used for a range of purposes including purchasing new equipment, increasing inventory, hiring new workers, refinancing and more.

NJEDA Premier Lender Program

In partnership with two dozen banks throughout New Jersey, the Premier Lender Program offers up to a $2 million loan participation or $1.5 million loan guarantee for fixed assets, and up to a $750,000 loan participation or $1.5 million guarantee for term working capital. Line of credit guarantees of up to $750,000 are also available.

NJEDA Direct Loans

New Jersey businesses in need of financing and committed to job creation/retention may be eligible for direct loans through the NJEDA when conventional financing is not available. Up to $2 million for fixed assets and up to $750,000 for working capital.