Rise — Small Business Lending

Business loans for entrepreneurs

Rise is dedicated to empowering people with mental health and addiction challenges to achieve greater social and economic inclusion through entrepreneurship. its Small Business Lending Program provides access to low-interest business loans to those who have experienced mental health and/or addiction challenges. It offers low-interest business loans based on your stage of business development, the viability of the business concept and capacity to repay. Eligible entrepreneurs can access loans up to $10,000, with an average initial loan size of $4,000.

1. Review eligibility criteria 2. Prepare required documents: financing application, business plan, 1-year cash flow projection, resume, credit report, and any additional supporting documentation 3. Complete the financing application form 4. Submit the completed application along with all required documents