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Quick Qualifier Loan

Amount: Up to $10,000
Interest Rate: 2.25%

Please note, applicants are strongly advised to request a loan amount reflective of the organization’s capacity to take on debt.

Description

This loan is used to help with cash flow needs or cover program related expenses before a related grant or contract is received. Application has fewer requirements than a basic bridge loan.

Examples of Loan Use

  • An organization was awarded a grant, but does not expect to receive funding in time to cover upcoming program or general operating costs.  

Requirements

  • Must be secured by a current government contract, an approved grant or other confirmed source of income

  • Pledges from individuals are excluded.

  • Confirmed sources of income cannot exceed four contracts.

  • Loan is due 30 days after each confirmed source of income is received.

What you will need for the application:

  • Current fiscal year operating budget

  • Current fiscal year to date financial statements (income statement and balance sheet)

  • Prior fiscal year end financial statements

  • Board roster with affiliations

  • Proof of collateral or guarantee of repayment such as signed government contracts, grant award letters

  • Upload the following document

Contact

Please contact our ALF consultant if you have questions about the loan or need further guidance on the application: Margaret Southerland at margaret at padmaconsulting.com or 415-567-5494.