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Ohio Women's Business Enterprise Loan Program

Ohio's WBE Loan Program offers below-market loans to help existing women-owned businesses grow and create or retain jobs.

About this program

Visit the program website for full details.

Eligibility

Eligible applicants are existing women-owned businesses in Ohio that are generally at least two years old, preferably certified as Ohio WBEs, and need financing for eligible business expansion or working-capital purposes.

Requirements

  • Operate an existing women-owned business in Ohio.
  • Be at least two years old or otherwise meet the program's operating-history requirements.
  • Use loan proceeds for eligible business purposes such as equipment, working capital, leasehold improvements, or real estate.