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Opportunity Fund

Offers the Individual Development Account (IDA) savings program and the Small Business Loans program which makes loans to low-income entrepreneurs who cannot qualify for a traditional bank loan.

Description:

Offers the Individual Development Account (IDA) savings program that combines free money management training with a matching grant of up to $4,000. Funds can be used for goals including college education, small business development, or home purchase. Offers the Small Business Loans program which makes loans to low-income entrepreneurs who cannot qualify for a traditional bank loan. Also provides help with small business coaching, business plans, and credit issues.

Location

Public Transit:

VTA stops within 1 block.
111 West Saint John Street, Suite 800, San Jose, CA 95113 37.3378527 -121.8941069 Other

Service Options

Languages Spoken:

  • Bosnian
  • French
  • Hindi
  • Persian
  • Spanish
  • Tagalog

Accessibility Options:

  • Disabled Restroom
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair

Services

Fees:

None.

Audience:

IDA: low-income families, small business owners, students. SBL: small business owners

Eligibility:

Low-income

How to Apply:

IDA: appointment necessary. SBL: submit application by faxe, mail or walk-in.

Service Areas:

  • Alameda County
  • San Francisco County
  • San Mateo County
  • Santa Clara County
  • Santa Cruz County

Service Description:

Offers the individual development account savings program and small business loans program which makes loans to low-income entrepreneurs who cannot qualify for traditional bank loan.

How to Apply: