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State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) Climate Bank Finance Loan Participation Program is sponsored by Illinois Finance Authority (administered by DCEO). Provides access to low-interest financing for small businesses who may otherwise lack access to capital for eligible climate-related projects. This program works with banks and other financial institutions to provide loans.
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Developers & Contractors 3. State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) * Launched in 2023, the State Small Business Credit Initiative 2. 0 (SSBCI) helps socially and economically disadvantaged businesses access lower-interest loans to grow.
Funded by the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, and administered by the U.S. Department of Treasury, SSBCI builds on the original program, with Illinois set to receive up to $354. 6 million to support small businesses statewide.
* As part of this effort, the Illinois Climate Bank—designated under the Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA)—created Climate Bank Finance (CBF) to drive private capital into clean energy projects while fostering economic growth.
CBF’s Loan Participation Program lowers interest rates (2% max, or 1% for Socially and Economically Disadvantaged Individuals & Very Small Businesses) and reduces lender risk, helping businesses expand, create jobs, and support Illinois’ clean energy transition. * Incentive amounts vary based on project type. The program offers very attractive interest rates at 1% or 2% flat per annum, with a maximum tenor of 7 years.
The program minimum participation is $25K and maximum participation is up to $2MM.
* Clean air/clean water projects and wastewater treatment * Production/installation/servicing of wind/hydro/solar power equipment * Production/installation/servicing of electric vehicles and EV charging stations * Clean energy generation, alternative fuels, and new battery technologies * Biomaterial production and sustainable agricultural practices * Broadband expansion for rural and other underserved communities * Other efforts providing environmental benefit/counter the impacts of climate change * **Eligibility Criteria:** * No more than 750 employees * Must operate in the State of Illinois * Be in good standing with the Illinois Secretary of State * Clear of any back taxes * No bankruptcies, judgements, or liens in the past 5 years **Lenders:** If you are interested in becoming a Participating Lender, please complete the REQUEST TO BECOME A LENDER form and send back to Francisco Galliano at fgalliano@il-fa.
com. Please be sure to include a completed and signed Form W-9 and IRS 147-C Letter. **Stakeholder Engagement** * Finance Friday: SSBCI Webinar * Request to become an IFA/CBF Participation Loan Program Lender * Draft CBF Master Participation Agreement * Draft RLOC Master Participation Agreement * Climate Bank Working Deck * Case Study: Wastewater Treatment System Your feedback will be used to help improve Google Translate
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Small businesses with no more than 750 employees, operating in Illinois, in good standing with the Illinois Secretary of State, clear of any back taxes, and no bankruptcies, judgments, or liens in the past 5 years. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $25,000 (minimum); $2,000,000 (maximum) loan amounts. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) Climate Bank Finance Loan Participation Program is funded by Illinois Finance Authority (administered by DCEO). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Illinois. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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