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Simple, fair, objective—a business loan process that works with you

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Better for Small Business

Whether you’re new to funding, been turned down by banks, or looking to get rid of high-interest debt, Connect2Capital was made for you.

Looking for a small business loan from $500 to $5 million? For the first time, mission-driven lenders and traditional lenders collaborate within a single, online network to help small business owners succeed—with responsible small business loans with rates and terms you can easily live and work with.

From the moment you apply through the Connect2Capital network, we’re with you every step of the way—with one-on-one support and custom guidance so you can get the loan you need, when you need it.

Get matched with a lender—no cost, no obligation

Tell us about your business and how we can help.
Talk to us about your vision for growth, both for your business and community.

The perfect match

Get matched with not-for-profit, mission-driven lenders who appreciate your business vision and work within your community with other small businesses just like yours.
Connect with the lender of your choice—we don’t sell your data, so you won’t receive countless calls from other lenders.

Guidance from start to closing

Our team will guide you throughout the process—we’ll make sure you won’t fall through the cracks.
Receive help preparing your application, as well as guidance through underwriting, preparing final documents and closing the loan.

Cash in hand

You can receive funding swiftly, depending on the type of funding you need.
Use the funds to start or grow your business, purchase equipment, refinance debt, and more.

No match? No problem

If we can’t match with a loan, we’ll still introduce you to community lenders who consult with you and provide resources to better position you to prequalify.
Our partners can help you with everything from rebuilding your credit health, and writing a business plan, to creating financial projects—so you can qualify for traditional lending products in the future.