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Rhode Island BankLOCAL Veteran-Owned Business Loan Incentive

BankLOCAL incentivizes participating banks and credit unions to lend to Rhode Island veteran-owned small businesses through enhanced state deposits.

About this program

Visit the program website for full details.

Eligibility

Eligible borrowers are qualified Rhode Island small businesses, including veteran-owned businesses with fewer than 100 employees, applying for loans through participating local banks or credit unions; lending decisions are made by the financial institutions.

Requirements

  • Operate as a Rhode Island small business with fewer than 100 employees.
  • Apply for a business loan through a participating BankLOCAL financial institution.
  • Identify veteran-owned status where applicable for the enhanced 2-to-1 deposit incentive.