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B:Side Credit Builder Program

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Funding Amount

$10,000

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

B:Side Credit Builder Program

Overview: A lending program designed for entrepreneurs who need access to capital while working on improving their credit standing.

Award Amount: $10,000 in working capital for your business

Key Features:

  • No credit score minimum

  • No collateral required (unsecured loan)

  • B:Side reports timely repayment to credit bureaus to help boost credit score

  • Helps business owners access future business loans

    • Geographic Scope: Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, Arizona

    Eligibility Requirements:
    Business owners must complete one of the following comprehensive education programs:

    Colorado:

  • Colorado Aya Foundation Center for Community Wealth Building's (CCWB) Building with Entrepreneurs in Skilled Trades (BEST) Series

  • EforAll

  • Operation Hope's Credit & Money Management Program

  • SEA Change Warehouse Innovation

    • New Mexico:

  • EforAll Emprendedores II

  • Albuquerque Hispano Chamber of Commerce

  • Operation Hope's Credit & Money Management Program

  • Rural New Mexico Rocky Mountain Microfinance Institute's (RMMFI) Business Launch Boot Camp

    • Contact:

  • Email: slopez@bside.org (for partnership inquiries)

  • Phone: 303.657.0010

  • Address: 3350 Brighton Blvd, Suite 235 Denver, CO 80216

    • How to Apply

    Application Process

    1. Enroll in a Qualifying Education Program – Complete one of the comprehensive education programs listed in the eligibility section
    2. Apply for the B:Side Credit Builder Program – Once education program is completed, submit application
    3. Access Capital – Upon approval, receive $10,000 in working capital

      Required Materials

    • Proof of completion of one of the qualifying education programs
    • Business and personal financial information
    • Business plan or purpose statement

      Key Benefits of Program

    • Valuable financial and business education support
    • Long-term sustainable business building support
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    Fields of Work

    small-businessesstartupsminority-businesses

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