SNAP Financial Access
Lending Services
SNAP can help you start your new business or expand your existing business by providing business counseling, workshops, and business loans. If you are unsure about the service that would best suit you, please contact us with any questions.
Do you have an idea for a new or your existing business? Let us know.
Loan Products
Through Snap Financial Access and its partners, you can apply for a small business loan (in amounts ranging from $500-$75,000) to help with start-up or expansion costs. While we are much more flexible than a bank, we do give consideration to your plan, your work history, your credit history and your collateral when making lending decisions.
- Small Business and Micro-Enterprise Loans
- Green Loans
For small businesses that create new jobs and incorporate “green” or sustainable business practices - Loans for East University District Businesses
For small businesses within the East University District Targeted Improvement area. - Childcare provider
- Avista Entrepreneurship
- Youth Entrepreneurship
For small businesses owned by youth 18-24 years old - First Time Home Buyer Down Payment Assistance
For first-time buyers with incomes at or below 80% of area median income - Foreclosure Prevention
Financial Counseling
SNAP offers workshops and one-on-one counseling for people who are interested in opening a bank account, be more successful in managing money, or improving their credit score.
Financial Access History
SNAP started a program called Neighborhood Assets in 2005 to offer loans and financial services. In 2007 Neighborhood Assets officially became a CDFI (Community Development Financial Institution). In 2009 Neighborhood Assets became SNAP Financial Access.