Jewish Free Loan Chicago provides zero-interest personal and small business loans to Chicago-area residents, helping individuals access capital without fees or predatory lending.
Chicago
Growth Corp is a nonprofit SBA 504 lender that helps small businesses access long-term fixed-rate financing for commercial real estate and equipment to support growth and job creation.
National
A searchable directory to find your local chamber of commerce by state, city, or territory, helping businesses connect with their nearest chamber.
National
CO— by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce offers small business owners actionable advice, expert content, tools, and resources to help start, run, and grow successful companies.
National
Venturize offers flexible loan options and capital solutions to help small businesses grow, expand operations, and strengthen financial footing with accessible funding support.
National
Allies for Community Business offers flexible loans from $500 to $500,000 for small businesses in Illinois and Indiana, including term loans, lines of credit, and revenue-based financing paired with coaching.
Illinois, Indiana
Somercor provides loans, grants, and advisory support to help small businesses and nonprofits grow, create jobs, and strengthen communities across Illinois and the Midwest.
Illinois
Jasper Photography LLC owner Sam Wilson relaunched her luxury-photography business with support from Allies for Community Business, SCORE, IL SBDC and WBDC — using funding and resources to upgrade equipment, expand services, and strengthen her impact as a Black woman entrepreneur in Chicago. Check Out the Story Here…
Allison Jordan turned personal healing into purpose. With Allies for Community Business support — including a line of credit — she relaunched The Brain Truth podcast, upgraded equipment and staffing, and built a mental-health business that helps others heal and thrive. Read More Here…
Mona Ventures is a platform connecting U.S. small businesses to affordable loans and grants, offering personalized support and coaching throughout the application process.
National
The WE Hub Money Finder helps Illinois women entrepreneurs find grants, loans, and funding opportunities tailored to their business needs.
Illinois
SBA-approved microlenders offering loans up and technical support for small businesses. Search by state or download the full list on the SBA website.
For more information, visit SBA.gov
National
BCF Capital offers business loans from $25K–$350K (up to $1M for existing clients) and lines of credit $100K–$350K with flexible terms and fast online approval.
National
Capital is a critical resource ... For more than 30 years, we’ve specialized in flexible lending products and creative real estate solutions that help nonprofits achieve their growth goals and best serve their communities.
For more information, visit IFF.org
National
OFN’s free CDFI Locator helps you find community development financial institutions (CDFIs) across the U.S. that provide mission-driven financing for small businesses, nonprofits, and community projects.
For more information, visit OFN.org
National
Greenwood Archer Capital provides $10K–$500K loans to small businesses in historically disinvested communities, offering flexible capital to support growth, stability, and long-term success.
Illinois
WBDC’s Direct Lending Program offers loans to women- and minority-owned businesses in Northeast Illinois with annual revenue under $1 M, plus strategic financial guidance.
Chicago, Illinois
Pursuit Lending offers flexible business loan products to help small businesses access capital for growth, equipment, working capital, refinancing, and other operational needs.
For more information, visit PursuitLending.com
Chicago, IL
