Economic and Community Development Institute (ECDI)
ECDI Small Business Microloan is available in Columbus, OH.
ECDI (Economic and Community Development Institute) is an SBA-approved nonprofit microlender headquartered in Columbus, Ohio. ECDI provides microloans from $500 to $50,000 to small businesses and entrepreneurs, with a focus on underserved communities including women, minorities, immigrants, and low-income entrepreneurs. ECDI also offers business training and mentoring.
Microloans $500-$50,000; competitive interest rates; business training included
Official source site checked live on 2026-06-22.
Data last verified 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.
In Columbus, OH, you can combine this program with other local help to cut your cost:
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ECDI Small Business Microloan is available in Columbus, OH. It has no income limit.
Apply directly with Economic and Community Development Institute (ECDI) using the official program link on this page or call (614) 559-0115. There is no middleman and no fee.
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