As soon as possible. Applications are due October 15, 2024.
The deadline has been extended to October 15, 2024.
Have a small business or nonprofit in Miami-Dade County with less than $1 Million in revenue or annual budget.
Owned or led by a person who is one or more of the following: Black, Disabled, Hispanic/Latino, LGBTQ+, Middle Eastern/North African, Military veteran, Native or Indigenous, or Refugee.
Have been in operation for at least 2 years.
Are in good financial standing and can provide proof of proper business registration.
If you own a small business, click here to pre-qualify. Once you pre-qualify, you will be directed to set up an account or log in and apply.
If you own a nonprofit, click here to pre-qualify. Once you pre-qualify, you will be directed to set up an account or log in and apply.
Once you set up an account, you will receive an email from openforbusiness@miamiofbloans.org with additional information.
This year, required financial documents vary based on the size of loan you are requesting. In general, you can expect to provide items like:
If your business is in one of these neighborhoods, you can receive one-on-one application support at the following locations:
If your business is not located in one of the neighborhoods listed above, you can still receive assistance through the Florida State Minority Supplier Development Council (FSMSDC).
Provided by: The Miami Foundation and Partners for Self Employment
If you have questions, you can speak with a program representative at:
Program Information: Miami Open for Business ABLE Loan
Additional Information: Program Flyer English, Program Flyer Spanish, Overview of Required Financial Docs, Financial Documents for Nonprofits, Hypothetical Monthly Payments, Hypothetical Monthly Payments in Spanish
Additional Programs:
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