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ActiveCommunity Development Financial Institutions Fund (U.S. Department of the Treasury) · 2026

Small Dollar Loan Program (SDL Program)

Quick Facts

Agency: Community Development Financial Institutions Fund (U.S. Department of the Treasury)
Funding: Up to $9 million in awards available in FY 2026
Deadline: Check Source
Status: Active
Eligibility: Certified Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) are eligible to apply.

About This Grant

Small Dollar Loan Program (SDL Program) is sponsored by Community Development Financial Institutions Fund (U.S. Department of the Treasury). The SDL Program aims to expand consumer access to financial institutions by providing alternatives to high-cost small dollar lending.

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**Secure websites use HTTPS** Community Development Financial Institutions Fund U.S. Department of the Treasury ##### Top Navigation Second * Community Development Advisory Board * Bank Enterprise Award (BEA) Program * Capital Magnet Fund (CMF) Program * CDFI Bond Guarantee Program * CDFI Equitable Recovery Program * CDFI Rapid Response Program * New Markets Tax Credit (NMTC) Program * Small Dollar Loan Program * Compliance and Performance Reporting Resources * Opportunity Zones Resources * Searchable Awards Database * NMTC Allocatee States Served * Historical Award Documents * Program Eligibility Guidance * Message From the Director [](https://www.

cdfifund. gov/programs-training/programs/sdlp/apply-step) 4. Small Dollar Loan Program 5.

Small Dollar Loan Program # Small Dollar Loan Program * STEP 3 | Award Announcement * STEP 4 | Closing and Disbursement * STEP 5 | Compliance and Reporting ## Step 2: Application Process The Notice of Funds Availability (NOFA), instructions, and supplemental materials for the FY 2026 round of the Small Dollar Loan Program (SDL Program) are below. These materials are intended to help you understand how to apply for a SDL Program award.

**FY 2026 Round Materials** ### FY 2026 APPLICATION MATERIALS _The application materials for the FY 2026 Small Dollar Loan Program Application are below.

_ FY 2026 Small Dollar Loan Program NOFA FY 2026 Small Dollar Loan Program Application Instructions FY 2026 SDLP Application Financial Data Input Excel Workbook – FOR REFERENCE ONLY FY 2026 Small Dollar Loan Program Frequently Asked Questions FY 2026 Small Dollar Loan Program AMIS Application Training Manual If you have a question about the Small Dollar Loan Program, you can contact the CDFI Fund’s Help Desk by submitting a Service Request through your AMIS account; by e-mail to sdlp@cdfi.

treas. gov; or by phone to (202) 653-0421 (please note this is not a toll free number).

* AboutCareersCommunity Development Advisory Board * Programs & TrainingCertificationProgramsTraining & TA * Tools & ResourcesAMISCIMS Mapping ToolCompliance and Performance Reporting ResourcesOpportunity Zones Resources * AwardsSearchable Awards DatabaseNMTC Allocatee States ServedHistorical Award Documents * Research & DataResearch ReportsData ReleasesProgram Eligibility GuidanceSnap Stat * News & EventsAnnouncementsMessage From the DirectorRequests for CommentsUpcoming Events Community Development Financial Institutions Fund United States Department of the Treasury ##### Footer Link Menu First * Small & Disadvantaged Businesses ##### Footer Link Menu Second

Eligibility Requirements

Certified Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) are eligible to apply.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can apply for Small Dollar Loan Program (SDL Program)?

According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Certified Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) are eligible to apply. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.

How much funding does Small Dollar Loan Program (SDL Program) offer?

The current listing shows up to $9 million in awards available in FY 2026. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.

Who funds Small Dollar Loan Program (SDL Program)?

Small Dollar Loan Program (SDL Program) is funded by Community Development Financial Institutions Fund (U.S. Department of the Treasury). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.

How do I apply for Small Dollar Loan Program (SDL Program)?

Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.

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