Sure, what goes around comes around, but what if?

What if, what went around, became really successful and eventually made its way back to you?

Full disclosure: we’re Community Futures. If you’ve heard of us, it’s because for over 25 years, we’ve been helping rural Alberta’s entrepreneurs turn business ideas into reality. If your organization finds it necessary to decline a loan to a prospective borrower, please send them our way. Our track record shows that Community Futures clients often succeed to a point that they require mainstream financial backing — and what better place to get it than the institution that referred them to us in the first place?

Information for Financial Institutions

Community Futures deals with businesses that do not qualify for traditional loans. If you have to turn down a potential entrepreneur or small business owner, we may be able to help. We offer a number of different loan products with flexible repayment plans. Once the business is well-established, any further financing needs will be referred back to you.

The businesses we support must be located in our region, and be backed up by a viable business plan and a contribution of at least 10% by the owner. While we work with clients we can provide them with training, mentoring, help with business plans, and much more.

Applications are done through local Community Futures offices and reviewed by a qualified loan committee. Most offices can give a decision within 10 days of the application being received.

Contact your local Community Futures to find out more: