If you’re a business owner—whether you’re a startup or a long-time entrepreneur—you know that getting the money you need to operate and grow your business is critical to success. That’s why Bank of America and Seneca Women created this Access to Capital Directory. It puts at your fingertips hundreds of organizations providing funding for entrepreneurs across the U.S.
Start by finding sources of capital using our exclusive Search Tool.
A new way to connect to capital and coaching for your business
Bank of America has launched the Access to Capital Connector, an online platform designed to help small businesses by linking them directly to local Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) for capital, coaching and support. The Connector was created in partnership with the Community Reinvestment Fund, USA (CRF), a national nonprofit CDFI.
Featured Sources of Capital
LiftFund Inc.
CDFI
LiftFund was founded to level the financial playing field for the underestimated entrepreneur. LiftFund offers small business loans to entrepreneurs located in the following states: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Missouri, Mississippi, New York, New Mexico, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Texas.
e2JDJ
Venture Capital
Early Stage, Seed
E²JDJ is an early stage VC fund that invests in AgriFood technology driven companies that are moving the needle on human and planetary health.
Propel Nonprofits
CDFI
Propel Nonprofits is a proud partner of The Minneapolis Foundation and LISC Twin Cities in a new grant opportunity to support small business recovery.
Act One Ventures
Venture Capital
Pre-Seed, Seed
Act One is a VC with a track record of success that backs companies with demonstrated founder-market fit (expertise in industry & relevant software solutions). Act One was founded in 2016 by Michael Silton & Alejandro Guerrero, and 70% of the Fund’s portfolio was founded by women & people of color.
Beta Boom
Venture Capital
Pre-Seed, Seed • $350,000
Beta Boom invests in pre-seed and seed software startups building the future for women and multicultural consumers with an emphasis on FinTech, HealthTech, EdTech, and Future or Work.
Resources
CDFI Ambassadors
Get Help Navigating the World of CDFIs
CDFIs are financial institutions that have a primary mission of community development and provide credit and financial services to underserved populations. Bank of America’s CDFI Ambassadors help cultivate partnerships and educate borrowers.
Business Education
Bank of America Institute for Women’s Entrepreneurship at Cornell
An unparalleled opportunity for women to earn a certificate in business from this Ivy League university, through a free online program made possible by Bank of America.
Business 101
Tools for Small Businesses
Whether you need information about finance or optimizing your operations, these resources from Bank of America can help you do the next right thing for your business.