Community Capital New York Contractor Lending Program

Get the capital you need to deliver on contracts, grow your business, and strengthen your community.

Short-term, contract-based mobilization, equipment financing
and payroll support for small business contractors.

Fast, Flexible Funding for Small Business Contractors

Loan Amounts: $50,000–$1,000,000
Advance Rate: Up to 30% of contract or PO value (select applicants up to 60%)
Term: 3–24 months
Interest Rate: 5.5% fixed
Fees: $250 application fee, 3.5% closing fee
Repayment: Assignment of proceeds from contract payments
Structure: Term loan or non-revolving line of credit
Site Inspection: Required prior to closing

Who Can Apply?

Business Location: New York State
Minimum Credit Score: 600 FICO
Annual Revenue: $150,000+
Business History: 1+ years in operation
For-Profit Businesses Only: Excludes speculative real estate, developers, and financing businesses
Social Impact: Preference for businesses in LMI/underserved communities, majority women/minority/disadvantaged ownership, or those employing LMI workers

Eligible Uses

Working capital
Staffing
Equipment or inventory
Insurance and materials
Leasehold improvements
Debt refinancing related to contract fulfillment

How It Works

Quick Inquiry: Submit your interest and basic business info.
Screening: We review your eligibility and contract details.
Assessment: We validate your contract and determine your advance amount.
Underwriting: Submit document application, financials, contract/PO, insurance, etc.
Closing & Funding: Sign documents, complete a site inspection, and receive your funds.
Support: Ongoing monitoring and technical assistance.

For more information, call Mark Brazier, SVP of Contractor Lending, at 914-747-8061 or send email to mbrazier@communitycapitalny.org.

Thank you for your interest in a contractor-based loan from Community Capital New York. We provide contract-based financing to businesses in New York State. This product is designed for businesses that have secured contracts or purchase orders (POs) and need short-term working capital to fulfill those obligations.

We offer Contractor loans from $50,000 to $1,000,000 and are certified by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA).

We look forward to assisting you with your financing needs.

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Owner Name*

First Last

Email Address*

Phone Number*

Are you at least 21 years old?*

Thank you for your interest in Community Capital New York. Unfortunately, we can only offer loans to business owners who are 21 and older.

In what county in New York is your business located?*

Business Name*

Business Address*

Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code

What industry is your business in?*

What Industry?

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Brief Business Description

How much capital do you need up to $1,000,000?*

Please enter a number from 50000 to 1000000.

The Contractor Loan amount must be between $50,000 and $1,000,000

Purpose of the Loan*

Do you have a current contract or purchase order with a reputable buyer?*

Yes

Estimated Contract or PO value

Legal Structure of Your Business

Years in Business*

Have you had a bankruptcy in the last 24 months?*

Do you have any unresolved liens, judgments, collections or charge-offs?*

Please explain any unresolved liens, judgments, collections or charge-offs

Are you responsible for making Child Support Payments?*

Yes

Are you current with your Child Support Payments?

Yes

Are you a US citizen or have legal residency?*

Social Impact Qualification (Select all that apply)*

Business is in a LMI or underserved community

Majority-owned by women, minorities, or disadvantaged group

Employs workers from LMI communities

How did you hear about Community Capital NY?*

How did you hear?

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