Business Grants and Loans Resource
Finding sources of capital can be difficult. Luckily, nonprofits and public organizations provide a range of financing options in the wider Bergen county area.
From grants to loans, explore some of the options available to your business.
New Jersey Economic Development Authority Loans
The NJEDA offers over 40 programs ranging from grants to bond financing, all aimed at distributing state funding to businesses in need. The best way to access funding through the NJEDA is to use their online eligibility wizard, a tool that automatically tells you which programs your business will qualify for!
Business.NJ.Gov
Business.NJ.Gov is the New Jersey state government's website for business information and support. The grants they provide as the same ones as the NJEDA, but their search tool is an alternative to the NJEDA's eligibility wizard. Use whichever you prefer!
US Small Business Administration: Lender Match Tool
The US SBA is a Federal Agency that provides support specifically tailored for small businesses. For those seeking funding, the US SBA runs a Lender Match tool that helps small businesses connect with over 800 lenders across the country.
UCEDC Small Business Lending
The Union County Economic Development Corporation is a private nonprofit that serves businesses all over the Tristate area. Although they aren't a government entity, they focus on providing financing to small businesses and connecting businesses to government contracts. Visit their lending page to see the many types of loans they offer, ranging from $500 to $5 million.