Real lenders.
For real founders.
Curated CDFIs, MDIs, and SBA-preferred lenders that actively serve underrepresented Louisiana entrepreneurs. Filter by focus, loan size, and lender type. Apply directly.
Hope Enterprise Corporation
One of the largest African-American-led CDFIs in the Deep South. Mission-driven lending for underserved entrepreneurs.
TruFund Financial Services
Nonprofit CDFI providing small business loans, technical assistance, and coaching — explicitly serves underrepresented entrepreneurs.
LiftFund
One of the country's largest nonprofit small-business lenders. Fast decisions, flexible terms, strong tech-assistance wrap.
LED — Louisiana Economic Development / Small Business Loan Programs
State-run loan guaranty + direct lending. Partners with local banks to unlock capital for LA small businesses.
Liberty Bank & Trust
One of the largest African-American-owned banks in the U.S., headquartered in New Orleans.
Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (Member Banks)
FHLB Dallas funds its member banks and offers grant programs (HAVEN $1M for veterans, PGP, etc.). Work through a member bank.
Accion Opportunity Fund
National nonprofit CDFI with fast online application, serves founders typically declined by banks. Long track record with Louisiana borrowers.
Kiva (Crowdfunded Microloans)
0% interest, crowdfunded microloans. Requires social underwriting (lending circle + Kiva trustees).
SBA Lender Match (Official SBA Tool)
Official SBA tool — enter your info, get matched with SBA-approved lenders who'll contact you within 2 business days.
NexusLA / LA Technology Park (Innovation-stage capital)
Supports innovation-stage Louisiana tech startups through the Louisiana Business Incubation Association network.
Capital is a door. You still have to knock.
Every lender here is a nonprofit or mission-driven institution. They expect your financials, your plan, and your story — not a perfect credit score. Bring receipts.