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Small Business Assistance Program (SBAP)
Direct loan program for small businesses, especially women- and minority-owned enterprises and those in underserved Rhode Island communities that have difficulty obtaining adequate credit from traditional lenders.
About this program
Visit the program website for full details.
Eligibility
Small businesses that are having difficulty obtaining adequate credit from traditional lending organizations. Focus on women- and minority-owned enterprises and businesses in Rhode Island's underserved communities.
Requirements
- Must be a small business operating in Rhode Island
- Must demonstrate difficulty obtaining credit from traditional lenders
- Micro-loans available from $2,000 to $25,000 through partner organizations