Rise — Small Business Lending
grant_single|update January 24, 2025
ON, Canada
Business loans for entrepreneurs
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grant_single|eligibleFinancing
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grant_single|deadlines
- grant_single|timelineUnspecified
grant_single|financingType
Loans and Capital investments
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
- Retail trade
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
grant_single|grantors
- Rise
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grant_card_status|open
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If you have experienced mental health and/or addiction challenges, you could get a low-interest loan up to $10,000 to launch or grow your small business and access resources to improve your business skills.
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This program provides flexible and supportive financing modalities to assist entrepreneurs in launching or growing their small businesses. The focus is on offering accessible financial solutions combined with valuable mentorship opportunities.
- Low-interest business loans tailored to the stage of business development and the viability of the business concept.
- Loans available up to $10,000 with an average initial loan size of $4,000.
- An average loan term of 3 years.
- Repayment begins 30 days after loan disbursement.
- No hidden fees are involved in the lending process.
grant_single_labels|projects
The Rise Small Business Lending program is designed to support the growth and establishment of small businesses with financial and mentorship aid. This program includes low-interest loans and a strong mentorship component, which are crucial for entrepreneurs who are ineligible for traditional bank financing.
- Provision of low-interest business loans up to $10,000 for launching or growing a small business.
- Mentorship opportunities to guide and support entrepreneurs in executing their business plans and expanding their business operations.
- Review and improvement of business plans and financial management skills through available resources.
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample
$ 10,000
Starting an online platform for addiction recovery resources
$ 10,000
Launching a wellness center providing mental health support and therapy services
$ 10,000
Expanding a peer support group for individuals with mental health issues
$ 10,000
Opening a coffee shop that employs individuals in recovery from addiction
$ 8,000
Creating a handmade soap business to promote mental wellness
$ 10,000
Establishing a sustainable fashion line that supports mental health advocacy
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Eligibility for the Rise Small Business Lending Program is determined based on specific criteria related to the entrepreneur's personal and business profile.
- The applicant must be a motivated entrepreneur.
- The applicant must self-identify as an individual who has experienced mental health and/or addiction challenges.
- The applicant must be unable to access traditional bank financing for their small business.
- The applicant must not be in active bankruptcy, behind on child support payments, or government taxes.
- The applicant must reside in Canada.
- The applicant must be a Canadian citizen or Permanent Resident.
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply
Eligible individuals must be motivated entrepreneurs who self-identify as having experienced mental health and/or addiction challenges. They should be unable to access traditional bank financing, not be in active bankruptcy, behind on child support, or government taxes. Additionally, they must reside in Canada and be either Canadian citizens or Permanent Residents.
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_cannot_apply
Some types of companies are not eligible for this grant:
- Companies in active bankruptcy
- Companies behind on child support payments or government taxes
grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses
The financing provided by the Rise Small Business Lending Program can be used for various eligible expenses necessary for starting or growing a small business.
- Attendance fees and related costs for events or trade shows.
- Purchasing necessary equipment or materials for the business.
- Marketing and promotion activities.
- Operational costs associated with business development.
grant_eligibility_criteria|zone
This grant is available to eligible individuals across Canada, supporting entrepreneurs unable to access traditional bank financing due to specific personal challenges. Applicants must reside within Canada, ensuring that all provinces and territories are recognized as eligible locations.
- All provinces and territories across Canada.
grant_single_labels|criteria
There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. The criteria include:
- Be motivated entrepreneurs
- Self-identify as an individual who has experienced mental health and/or addiction challenges
- Be unable to access traditional bank financing for their small business
- Not be in active bankruptcy, behind on child support payments or government taxes
- Reside in Canada
- Be a Canadian citizen or Permanent Resident
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Here are additional relevant details for this program:
- Rise is a character-based lender, considering not only credit history but also the individual's commitment to financial recovery.
- Mentorship provided through the program matches entrepreneurs with mentors based on specific needs and mentor expertise.
- Loan repayment begins 30 days following loan disbursement, allowing for quick capital deployment and immediate business action.
- The mentorship program is designed to support the implementation of the business plan and facilitate business growth.
- There are no hidden fees associated with the loans offered through this program, ensuring transparent financial terms.
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