Business Financing

10 Matching Service Providers

Womens Opportunities Resource Center

Philadelphia - Lending Program

Offers a variety of loans:
A)Credit Builder Loan up to $2,500
B) Direct Loan $1,000 to $2,500
C) Small Business Loan up to $10,000; Credit Line up to $20,000; Expansion Loan up to $50,000; and Real Estate Loan for Business Property up to $350,000.

Agency is certified as an SBA pre-qualification and Low Doc agency. The process results in a pre-approval letter from the SBA if approved. WORC will complete the loan packaging and work with the applicant to present it to area banks for funding.

2010 Chestnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103

Eligibility: Serves minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities in Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery and Philadelphia County. Income guidelines apply ; call for details.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 6:00pm

Womens Opportunities Resource Center

Philadelphia - Self-Employment Training

Offers a six week program that covers business plan development, marketing, management, and financing for businesses. Successful graduates will have completed a business plan, developed and implemented legal business operations, and are invited to participate in the WORC micro-loan program.

2010 Chestnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103

Eligibility: * Individuals with a business idea or existing business

* Possess transferable skills

Hours: Program Hours: Orientations are held monthly; Office Hours: Monday
through Friday, 9:00am to 6:00pm

Scranton City Hall

Office of Economic and Community Development - Small Business CDBG Microgrant Program

Offers the Small Business CDBG Microgrant Program for newly established businesses located in Scranton’s low-moderate-income demographic areas (LMA). Funds of up to $2,500 per business are intended to assist with start-up costs and contribute to the initial success of the business and the continued revitalization of our community. CDBG funding must meet the national objective of providing a benefit in low-moderate-income areas, including business retention activities.

340 North Washington Avenue
Scranton, PA 18503

Eligibility: A) Business must be located in a qualifying low-moderate-income demographic service area within the City of Scranton. https://arcg.is/14zCnT
B) Business must be locally owned, for-profit, and non-franchised.
C) Must have at least a year-long signed lease agreement OR provide evidence that you are the owner of the building.
D) Applicant must have the required local, state and federal licenses, permits, or registrations.
E) Must be registered with the Scranton Single Tax Office and Berkheimer Tax Office.
F) Current business or entity cannot be in arrears for city taxes or have any outstanding liens or judgements against them.
G) Must completed a business education series or business consultation through the SBCD at The University of Scranton. Referral from the SBCD is necessary to apply.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm

Montgomery County Commerce Department

Pennsylvania CareerLink of Montgomery County: DeKalb Street - Business Solutions

Offers businesses a single place to obtain and access a full range of business products and services. The following services are offered:
A) Montco Opportunity Loan Program
B) Recruitment Services
C) Workforce Development Training Programs
D) MontcoWorks
E) Montgomery County Development Corporation
F) Redevelopment Authority
G) Industrial Development Authority

1430 DeKalb Street
5th Floor
Norristown, PA 19401

Eligibility: No limitations or restrictions

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm

Finanta

Lancaster - Finanta Lancaster

Offers financing and technical assistance to small businesses and community benefit organizations in moderate to low income communities in central and eastern Pennsylvania. They focus on business loans for minorities, women, nonprofit organizations, community development, educational opportunity, access to food and healthcare resources, and affordable housing… all intended to help build healthy communities.

51 South Duke Street
Suite 400
Lancaster, PA 17603

Eligibility: Used for business purposes only

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm

MetroAction

Scranton - Business Financing

Offers small business loans to start up and expand small businesses. Also provides business development assistance, training, and counseling.

222 Mulberry Street
Scranton, PA 18501

Eligibility: Small business owners of northeastern Pennsylvania

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm

Chester County Economic Development Council

Exton - Financing Services

Offers financing services through multiple federal and state programs, most businesses small and large are eligible to receive funding through the Council. CCEDC also offers businesses interest rates below market rate financing options.

737 Constitution Drive
Exton, PA 19341

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm

Greater Susquehanna Valley Chamber of Commerce

Business Financing

SIDCO helps existing and new organizations move their businesses forward. Assists organizations in obtaining loans and grants appropriate for small business start up or growth.

2859 North Susquehanna Trail
Shamokin Dam, PA 17876

Hours: Weekdays, 8:30am to 4:30pm

Schuylkill Community Action

Pottsville - Budgeting and Counseling

Buying a home, purchasing a good car, starting a business and many other long-term life goals often require a close look at credit history. Budget center counselors can help families and individuals budget to save for those big goals, and help repair credit and repay debts as necessary.

225 North Centre Street
Pottsville, PA 17901

Eligibility: Open to all

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm

Crisis Center North

Phone, Text, and Virtual Resource - Passport Microloan Program

Offers non-traditional loans for survivors of domestic violence who may not be able to access traditional banking for emergency and other identifiable needs. The simple interest loans, ranging from $50 to $500, can be used for expenses such as car repair, a small business loan for materials and supplies, books or tuition costs, or uniforms/ professional attire.

Eligibility: A) Adults age 18 and older

B) Survivors of domestic violence

C) Residents of Allegheny County

D) Employed or receiving stable monthly income

Hours: 24/7

(866) 782-0911

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Womens Opportunities Resource Center
Philadelphia - Lending Program

Womens Opportunities Resource Center
Philadelphia - Self-Employment Training

Scranton City Hall
Office of Economic and Community Development - Small Business CDBG Microgrant Program

Montgomery County Commerce Department
Pennsylvania CareerLink of Montgomery County: DeKalb Street - Business Solutions

Finanta
Lancaster - Finanta Lancaster

MetroAction
Scranton - Business Financing

Chester County Economic Development Council
Exton - Financing Services

Greater Susquehanna Valley Chamber of Commerce
Business Financing

Schuylkill Community Action
Pottsville - Budgeting and Counseling

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