Community DevelopmentFinancial Institutions (CDFI) are specialized, mission-driven financialorganizations certified by the U.S. Department of the Treasury to provide fair,responsible financing to underserved, low-income, or rural communities.

The Loan Readiness Assessment (LRA) is our first step in understanding yourbusiness, goals, and financing needs. It is not a loan application; it is areadiness assessment designed to help us understand your business and determinethe next best step.

The LRA helps us:
- Evaluateyour current financial position·
- Identifystrengths and potential gaps·     
- Determinewhether you are ready for funding now or would benefit from additionalpreparation·     
- Provide additional resources tailored to the client

Not always. Some entrepreneurs are ready to apply forfunding after completing the Loan Readiness Assessment and follow-upconversations. Others may benefit from participating in our Business GrowthAccelerator to strengthen financials, refine strategy, or build operationalsystems before receiving capital. 

Our goal is not just to fund businesses, but to fundbusinesses positioned to succeed.

Entre Capital provides small business loans designed tosupport growth, stability, and long-term sustainability.Loan terms, amounts, and eligibility vary based onbusiness needs and readiness. We work closely with each entrepreneur tostructure funding responsibly.

The process begins with completion of the Loan ReadinessAssessment (LRA). Once submitted, we typically review the assessment andprovide feedback within one to two weeks. 

Based on the results, qualified applicants may be invitedto submit a full loan application. 

Once the application is completed and all requireddocumentation are received, our lending team starts their review.  

Overall timelines vary depending on the borrower’sreadiness, documentation, complexity of the request, and any additional reviewthat may be required. Factors such as third-party verification, investorinvolvement, asset purchases, or external timing considerations can extend theprocess.

There are several ways to support our mission:
- Become a volunteer business coach
- Make a financial contribution
- Sponsor an event or program
- Partner with us as a corporate or community organization
- Refer entrepreneurs who could benefit from our programs 
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Every contribution, time, talent, or treasure, helps expand economic opportunity and empower entrepreneurs to thrive.