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SBA Microloan Program

U.S. Small Business Administration

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Rolling / OpenLast verified: 2026-06-19

About This Grant

Provides small loans up to $50,000 through nonprofit intermediary lenders for startup and expansion of small businesses and childcare centers.

Grant Summary

SBA Microloan Program is a U.S. Small Business Administration grant providing $5K to $50K for small business, nonprofit. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.

Focus Areas

microloanssmall businessstartup funding

Eligibility

small businessnonprofit

How to Apply

Funding Range

$5K$50K

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Complexity
Low
  1. 1Confirm your organization is eligible for SBA Microloan Program from U.S. Small Business Administration, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
  2. 2Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
  3. 3Draft your application narrative and budget addressing the funder's priorities and review criteria. FindGrants can draft each section for you to review and edit.
  4. 4Review every section against the requirements checklist, then export a submission-ready application pack and submit it to U.S. Small Business Administration before the deadline.
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SBA Microloan Program: Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible for the SBA Microloan Program?

SBA Microloan Program is offered by U.S. Small Business Administration and is generally open to small business, nonprofit. It is open to organizations nationwide unless the funder specifies otherwise. Review the specific eligibility terms before applying, since funders set their own requirements around organization type, location, and the population or project being served.

How much funding does the SBA Microloan Program provide?

SBA Microloan Program provides between $5K and $50K per award from U.S. Small Business Administration. Actual award sizes depend on the scope of your project, available program funds, and the number of applicants, so build a budget that reflects realistic, allowable costs rather than the maximum figure.

When is the SBA Microloan Program deadline?

SBA Microloan Program accepts applications on a rolling or ongoing basis, so there is no single fixed deadline. Confirm current timing with the funder, U.S. Small Business Administration, before you apply, and submit as early as possible because rolling programs can close once funds are committed.

How do you apply for the SBA Microloan Program?

To apply for SBA Microloan Program, confirm your eligibility, gather the required documents, and prepare a narrative and budget that address the funder's priorities. FindGrants guides you step by step and can draft each section, then exports a submission-ready application pack for this grant from U.S. Small Business Administration.