Accion is a small business lender dedicated to providing financing and business education to small businesses. Accion offers loans of up to $20,000 for start-up businesses and up to $50,000 for established businesses, as well as Credit Builder loans between $500 and $2,500. By encouraging the economic self-reliance of microentrepreneurs throughout Illinois and Northwest Indiana, Accion strives to help businesses and communities grow. To learn more about Accion or fill out an application, call the IL SBDC at Rock Valley College at (815) 921-2081 or click here to visit Accion's website.

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Existing businesses of any size will find a customized support network in our CTeam.  From our roster of  highly experienced and skilled professionals, CTeam participants will be brought together to work directly with you and/or your management team to successfully resolve your most difficult issues or develop your latest idea.  Contact the EIGERlab at 815-921-2054 to learn more or make an appointment.