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Financing Local and State Loan Programs

Many programs exist to assist your business with its financing needs. This section provides links to key service providers of government related programs that can work separate from or in concert with commercial loans from area financial institutions.

The number and variety of business financial programs can be confusing, therefore, the Eau Claire Area EDC staff recommends contacting our office to discuss your project.

Eau Claire Area Loan Program
Family & Friends Innovation Fund View more information Funds a portion of the research or outside technical assistance that is needed by existing businesses and/or entrepreneurs seeking to bring a technological advancement to the marketplace.

View Financial Institutions Local and State Financing Alternatives
This is not an all inclusive list, but should assist in identifying key resources that support businesses in various stages of development.

City of Eau Claire View more information 715.839.4914
Offers financial programs to facilitate business growth within the City limits.

Chippewa Valley Angel Investors Network View more information 715.878.9791
Invests in high-growth, early-stage companies in the Chippewa Valley that need additional financing to bring their company to fruition.

WI Department of Commerce View more information 715.836.2630
Offers business helpline which you can call to request the free publication.

WI Housing and Economic Development Authority (WHEDA) View more information 800.334.6873
Offers several small business financing programs (direct loans and loan guarantees).

West Central Regional Planning View more information 715.836.2918
Offers the Regional Business Fund, Inc., a revolving loan fund to address the gap in private capital markets for long-term, fixed-rate, low down-payment, and low-interest financing.