Financia pequeñas empresas a través de préstamos asequibles que se adaptan a necesidades específicas.

IRP Loan Program
LCEDC participates in the USDA Rural Development Intermediary Relending Program (IRP).
This loan program provides gap-financing to startup and existing businesses in Lake County who need capital and are creating jobs.
• Loan amounts range from $10,000 to $150,000.
• Loans will be collateralized (real estate and/or UCC filings on equipment).
• Loan terms are from 1 to 10 years.

Eligible uses for loan funds:
• Purchase of equipment, inventory, and real estate.
• Leasehold improvements.
• Working capital.

The Lake County Economic Development Corporation (LCEDC) works with a regional network of lenders to access flexible business capital. The LCEDC utilizes the United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Intermediary Relending Program (IRP) to provide financing to local businesses and the USDA’s Rural Business Development Grant Program (RBDG) to provide technical assistance to Lake County businesses.

ICA breaks down one of the biggest barriers to small business growth in the Bay Area: access to flexible capital. ICA invests in and accelerates local, value-driven businesses with the potential to create good jobs that will help close the gender and racial wealth gaps. We specialize in early-stage, long-term capital and are committed to funding entrepreneurs who are often overlooked by mainstream investors.
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Learn how to raise capital and get investment for your small business when the time is right. ICA is your long-term partner for growth.

The Lab at ICA is designed for early-stage businesses generating revenue and looking to develop a plan to strategically grow. The Lab at ICA is an accelerator program for early stage, high-growth companies looking to strengthen business fundamentals, scale, & get ready for capital. Qualified companies are eligible for up to $50K in investment. ICA works with companies that are:
 

The Accelerator provides coaching, connections, and access to capital to help you scale your business, build a great team, and get ready for investment. Our 14-week business accelerator program can give you the knowledge, mentorship, and community you need to build the business you envision. The Accelerator at ICA is our flagship program designed for later stage companies looking to implement growth, people, & investment strategies. Qualifying participants are eligible for up to $500K in investment. ICA works with companies that are:

based in the San Francisco Bay Area

Get personalized guidance & resources for your business.

Get City help if your business is affected by the pandemic

Loans, grants, and other financial help.

Waive permit fees for new businesses

Learn about the First Year Free program which waives the cost of initial registration fees, initial license fees, first-year permit, and other applicable fees for qualifying businesses.