Small Business Loans & Grants

Federal, state and local governments offer a wide range of financing programs to help small businesses start and grow their operations. These programs include low-interest loans, venture capital, and scientific and economic development grants.
Loans & Grants Resources

Use our new Loans and Grants Search Tool to get a list of financing programs for which you may qualify, or visit the resources below to learn more about small business financing programs:
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* Small Business Loans
Loan program for starting or expanding your business.
* Government Grants
Learn the truth about getting free money from the government.
* Seed and Venture Capital
How to get money for hi-tech start-ups.
* Tax-Exempt Bonds
Learn about revenue bond financing opportunities for small manufacturers and non-profits.

Loans & Grants News

The Loans and Grants Advisor includes the latest information on about small business financing programs from federal, state, local agencies.

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