Michael Flanagan, Director of Equity Programs for the Michigan Economic Development Corporation, discusses the focus of Pure Michigan and the equity, sub-debt, and debt programs offered.

This guide was developed by USDA Rural Development for existing and prospective rural business owners to identify and explain the many government programs and resources available in Oregon to help plan, develop and finance a business.

This guide describes the process by which a small group of local food advocates began creating an investment fund in the Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts. This guide aims to help communities across the United States create their own...

The U.S. Department of Commerce Economic Development Administration (EDA) funded this research study to examine the relationship between incubator best practices and client outcomes.

The Mid-Columbia Economic Development District offers loans for the financing needs of businesses with favorable rates, terms and requirements to support businesses and create jobs. This factsheet gives an overview of the business assistance...

Rocky Mountain Farmers Union released this document highlighting four case studies of food and agriculture entrepreneurs. The report focuses on their various successes and failures accessing capital and expanding their businesses.

The Chester County Industrial Development Authority (CCIDA) provides federal tax-exempt financing for farmers for the purchase of land, buildings, improvements, machinery, and equipment.

The Entrepreneurial Development Loan Fund is for applicants who are enrolled in or have completed a Small Business Development Center (SBDC) or other certified counseling entity program and has revenues of $500K or less for the previous year.

The Monahans Main Street Association Economic Restructuring Committee has prepared a Small Business Toolkit which includes financing options.

The California Reinvestment Coalition (CRC) is a statewide membership organization of more than 300 nonprofit community-based organizations and public agencies. This report by the CRC shows that today’s bank lending to small businesses shows only...

In 2011, the Appalachian Regional Commission commissioned this study of recent trends and availability of capital and credit for small businesses in the Appalachian Region. Many trends, data, and findings are highlighted throughout the lengthy...

This fact sheet from the U.S. Department of the Treasury provides an overview of USDA's Business and Industry Guaranteed Loan Program and its potential relationship with community development efforts.

Kip Wahlers with Ice Miller provides detailed information on bond finance in Ohio. Wahlers explores programs from the state level down and the various programs that are supported through bonds. Additionally, Wahlers provides several case studies...

The Oregon Business Development Fund (OBDF) is a revolving loan fund administered by Business Oregon. The fund has received capitalization from the federal Economic Development Administration, the state General Fund, and the Oregon State Lottery....

This report published by Urban Sustainability Directors Network, is a guidance document for cities to develop investment strategies to increase innovations in their local food systems. The project includes asset inventory, tools and strategies, and...

The Illinois Finance Authority provides expert, hands-on support to help Ag businesses get the capital they need for growth. IFA programs are targeted to address the most pressing capital needs in Illinois agribusiness. Use this document to find the...

The Housing Credit Program (LIHTC Program) is a federal income tax incentive program designed to increase the supply of quality affordable rental housing by assisting with the financing of development costs. Since 1987, the OHFA has used the Housing...

JobsOhio and the Ohio Development Services Agency offers a comprehensive package of financial and technical assistance resources that support job creation and retention through site location, infrastructure development, and capital investment by...

The Oregon Business Development Fund (OBDF) is a revolving loan fund administered by Business Oregon. With this fund, the department considers purchasing a participation in a loan originated by another lender. This will allow the lender to make,...

The 2012 PDC Annual Report highlights accomplishments from the organization in the areas of neighborhood economic development, urban innovation, and public resource investment. As reflected in the following financial statements, PDC ended fiscal...

The State Energy Loan Program (SELP) offers low-interest loans for projects that: save energy; produce energy from renewable resources such as water, wind, geothermal, solar, biomass, waste materials or waste heat; use recycled materials to create...

The Pure Michigan Urban Investment program is a loan enhancement program to increase access to capital for established, second stage businesses in Michigan's urban core areas. The program works in partnership with financing companies that can...

The Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh (URA) has adopted a Sustainability and Green Design Policy which includes all aspects the organizations activities. On the following pages you will find a compilation of Green Development incentives...

The Oregon Economic Development Association (OEDA) retained Cardno to provide an analysis of public incentives available for economic development within the State of Oregon. In this document, Cardno provides a review of the rationale, philosophy,...

Pennsylvania approved the Alternative and Clean Energy Program in early 2013. The program provides grants and loans for the utilization, development and construction of alternative and clean energy projects in the Commonwealth. This document...

The USDA created this application guide to assist possible applicants understand all aspects of the Rural Broadband Access Loan and Loan Guarantee Program which provides funds for all costs associated with acquiring broadband telecommunications...

The Georgia Environmental Finance Authority released their annual report which demonstrates program accomplishments and progress for pressing water, land, and energy problems.

The Economic Development Corporation of Erie County created this one-page document which lists financing programs available to Erie County businesses seeking assistance.

Tremendously useful document from Wisconsin's Office of Energy Independence. This document provides comprehensive, detailed information of all state and federal grants, loans, bonds, credits, and programs that can be utilized for clean energy...

The Community Economic Development (CED) loan program is administered by the Pennsylvania Dept. of Community & Economic Development. These program guidelines provide better understanding of the program and application process.

MDARD and MEDC partnered to offer multiple programs in order to support financing of agricultural businesses in Michigan. Programs and overviews are briefly discussed in the fact sheet.

Jason Rittenberg and Erin Tehan present the CDFA Excellence in Development Finance Awards that recognize outstanding development finance programs, agencies, leaders, projects, and success stories.

Municipalities in New Mexico share project highlights and financing solutions to pressing issues, specifically access to clean drinking water, in their respective communities.

Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity's Illinois Energy Now Energy Efficiency program portfolio gives details about the various programs offered including contact information.

Master Agreement for participants in the Illinois Participation Loan Program through Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity.

City of Lorain's Application for Business Revolving Loan Fund's CDBG loan.

Program Summary for Business Development Loan Fund by Detroit Economic Growth Corporation.

Minneapolis Planning & Economic Development Business Recovery Loan Program quick informational sheet.

Louisiana Public Facilities Authority Loan Guaranty Agreement for their Hurricane Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan Program.

Louisiana Public Facilities Authority Promissory Note for their Hurricane Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan Program

Louisiana Public Facilities Authority Loan Application for their Hurricane Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan Program.

Minneapolis Planning & Economic Development Business Recovery Loan Program application.

A double-sided brochure explaining the purpose, opportunities, terms, and application process for Champaign County Community Development Corporation's loan programs.

NYBDC application for relief funding due to damage by Hurricane Sandy, $5,000-$25,000.

NYC Business Solutions and NYBDC provide updated information concerning their ELP for NYC small businesses. Additional links are available in the document.

NYC Business Solutions and NYBDC released information concerning their Emergency Loan Program for NYC small business in need of relief funding.

Michigan's 21st Century Jobs Trust Fund 2011 Annual Report, covering all of the state's access to capital programs.

This brochure from the Illinois Finance Authority provides information on all of the bond and lending tools the state provides to support farmers and agribusinesses.

Kim Easland of the South Dakota Governor's Office of Economic Development discusses the state's small business loan participation programs.

Edwin Lesley of the Business Development Corporation of South Carolina describes the state's SSBCI-supported loan participation program.