Loan Resources
This regularly-updated guide gives an overview of funding resources available to small business owners in Arizona.
Arizona Microcredit Initiative Microloans
Overview
Arizona Microcredit Initiative (AMI) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that empowers underserved entrepreneurs to start or expand businesses through low-interest microloans that are tailored to fit your business needs.
Qualifications
Loan funds must be used to purchase revenue-generating assets
Fulfill collateral
Agree to AMI’s loan schedule
Person of good character
Application Process
Fill out a loan interest form with your basic contact information and business details
Meet with an AMI staff member to discuss your business and its needs
Fill out a loan application with your personal and business information
Include required documents in your application submission
Required Documents
Personal Federal Tax Return (2016 and 2017)
Last 6 months bank statements (personal and business accounts)
Active tradeline (utility bill or landlord reference)
Employer ID Number or Tax ID Number for business
Planned loan budget
Complete authorization to pull a credit report form from our partner Marisol (Phase II only)
www.azmicrocredit.org/loans
Desert Financial Credit Union Small Business Emergency Loan
Overview
This loan program is designed to help cover operational expenses such as payroll, utilities, rent, and taxes for businesses negatively affected by the pandemic.
Qualifications
Business must be physically located within Desert Financial’s field of membership.
Business must be independently owned and operated.
Business must have been established for a minimum of 3 years.
A personal guarantee is required
Application Process