Grameen America offers microloans to women entrepreneurs in various cities across the United States. To be eligible for a loan, applicants must reside within approximately 15 miles of a branch location.

In partnership with Mecklenburg County, CSBDF offers the Meck Lending program to empower entrepreneurs and grow local businesses. The program provides loans of up to $75,000 to support small businesses in Mecklenburg County with expansion, working capital or other business needs.

The Rural Microentrepreneur Assistance Program offers microloans up to $50,000 with a 7% fixed interest rate to eligible small business owners in USDA-designated rural areas across North Carolina.

CSBDF’s Carolina Small Business Development Loan is available for both emerging and established businesses across all 100 North Carolina counties. It offers term loans with a maximum loan amount of $350,000 and flexible repayment terms.

Partner Community Capital's Capital for Growth loan program lends to small to mid-sized businesses, agricultural enterprises and nonprofits that have positive community, economic and environmental impacts but can't access traditional financing due to perceived risks.

Designed for entrepreneurs transitioning from a side hustle to a full-time business, this loan offers up to $15,000 in flexible funding. With a simplified application process, it's ideal for early-stage businesses looking to cover startup costs, inventory, marketing or working capital. 

The Madison County Small Business Loan Fund aims to provide a rapid source of assistance for Madison County-based businesses that have been impacted by COVID-19. Loans are available for up to $10,000, based on the business' pre-COVID-19 revenue.