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Accessibility Information Business Development Programs The Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD)'s Division of Business Development supports small businesses by offering: Loans through the DHCD Business Lending Program; Grants through the NourishMD Grant Program; Investment incentives through the Opportunity Zone program; and Individual business consultations to identify small business assistance resources offered by DHCD, other state agencies, and partners at local governments and in the private sector.
Small businesses are Maryland’s economic engines that create jobs and bring our communities to life. The State’s premier suite of small business loan programs provides competitively priced, flexible financing for the costs associated with business startup and expansion. These programs offer direct, fixed-rate loans of up to $2 million and companion loans of up to $5 million.
$2 million direct loans are offered on a competitive basis with rounds announced quarterly. $5 million companion loans are available year-round, subject to availability of funds. All small business loans have fixed interest rates of 4% with terms of up to 30 years.
Eligible borrowers include Maryland-based small businesses (fewer than 500 employees), local development corporations, and nonprofits. Local governments are not eligible applicants. Learn more about each product below.
Initial Consultation Request Interested in financing opportunities? Please complete the initial consultation form to request a 1:1 consultation with a DHCD business development officer. In this conversation, a team member will review your business's needs and available financing offered by DHCD, other state agencies, and other partners.
Fill out the initial consultation form Business Development Programs Small Business Direct Loans Competitively awarded loans of up to $2 million with 4% fixed interest rates and terms of up to 30 years. Small Business Companion Loans Loans of up to $5 million with 4% fixed interest rates and terms of up to 30 years. Requires a minimum 1:1 private lending match.
Loans for small businesses to purchase, construct, expand, or renovate real estate to operate within. Loans of up to $5 million with 4% fixed interest rates and terms of up to 30 years. Requires a minimum 1:1 private lending match.
NourishMD Grant Program The NourishMD Grant Program is a targeted investment designed to expand access to healthy and fresh foods in Maryland communities experiencing food insecurity by providing direct grants to eligible retailers. The Opportunity Zone program is a federal tax-incentive that encourages investments in low-income communities by enhancing returns. Please click here to learn more.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Maryland-based small businesses and community real estate development projects. Applicants must demonstrate a community need and documented financial need. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $2,000,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The published deadline was August 17, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
Small Business Lending Program - Small Business Direct Loans is funded by Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Maryland. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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