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FORGE, Inc. (Huntsville, AR)
SBA Microloan, USDA Rural Development loans, Revolving Loan Fund
A rural-focused Arkansas lender in Huntsville: SBA microloans up to $50,000, USDA Rural Development loans up to $250,000 (or 75% of the project) and a revolving loan fund up to $150,000.
- Amount
- SBA microloan up to $50,000; USDA RD up to $250,000 or 75% of project; RLF up to $150,000
- Can a for-profit school apply?
- Yes, a for-profit school can apply
- Deadline
- Rolling
- Who this fits
- Microschool · Private school · Homeschool co‑opRural-focused Arkansas lender for small businesses; some programs also take nonprofits.
- New schools
- Not stated for new schools
- Where
- Arkansas
- Last checked
- Oct 1, 2026on forgefund.org
How to apply
- Step 1: Contact FORGE about which program fits
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Who can apply
“FORGE exists to help entrepreneurs start or grow small businesses by providing high quality business management, planning and support services in addition to its loan programs.”
Its service area covers all 75 Arkansas counties plus parts of Oklahoma, Missouri and Louisiana. The only fee above closing costs is a one-time $35 membership fee. Schools aren't named, so ask.
- Arkansas (all 75 counties) or parts of OK, MO, LA
Timing
Rolling.