South Carolina Community Loan Fund

Kimberley Brown joined the SC BizArts State of the Union bringing together entrepreneurs & community leaders. From FastTrac & NxLevel stories to real conversations on growth, it’s clear: small businesses in SC are resilient, creative, and moving forward. #KeepCDFIsStrong

As we close out Women’s History Month, we celebrate women entrepreneurs turning vision into impact. Azalea Coffee Bar is a women owned business and a great example of how community development lending helps create jobs and strengthen communities across South Carolina. #SCCLF

Welcome Madison to SC Community Loan Fund! With 12+ years in operations, data, and compliance, she brings a strong focus on strategy, collaboration, and using data to tell the story of our community impact. We’re excited to have her on the team!

Welcome Serra Williams! With 5+ years in marketing, she’ll share our stories, highlight borrower impact, and boost our mission across South Carolina.

Proud to join Richland County’s small business workshop! Brian Colclough served as a panelist, while our team connected with entrepreneurs at the SCCLF table sharing resources to support growth, fundability, and long-term success. #SCCLF #SmallBusiness #CDFI #SCBusiness

Ready to take your business to the next level? 🚀 LEAP is a 10-week virtual accelerator for South Carolina entrepreneurs offering mentorship, training, and the chance to receive up to $20K in seed capital. ⏳ Applications close Friday, March 13. Apply now: Link in bio.

Happy International Women's Day! 💜 SCCLF supports women entrepreneurs, building stronger communities. #IWD2024 #WomenInBusiness #SCCLF

LEAP applications are OPEN! 🚀 Empowering minority & women entrepreneurs in SC with training, funding, & networking. Apply now!

LEAP: Launch your business! 🚀 Expert guidance, funding ($5K-$30K!), skills & community. Applications open Monday! #LEAP #SCCLF #smallbiz

LEAP applications open soon! 🚀 Level up your business! Don't miss out! #LEAP #SCCLF #smallbiz

Kiki's Chicken & Waffles is spreading its wings! 🍗 This local gem, known for its delicious soul food, just opened a new location in North Charleston. Thanks to SCCLF support, they're bringing their flavors to even more people. #smallbiz #SCCLF

Business Funding 101 Workshop 💡Looking to fund your business but not sure where to start? Join our virtual workshop to explore funding options, learn key financial insights, and take the next step toward business growth! Wednesday, Feb 19 ⏰ 1–2 PM (Online)

SCCLF empowers communities & small businesses with equitable access to capital. Building a more just South Carolina. #SCCLF

SCCLF: Fighting for equitable access to capital so everyone can thrive. Building a stronger, more just SC, one investment at a time. #SCCLF #communitydevelopment

Level up your business with LEAP! 🚀 Expert guidance, funding opportunities, valuable skills, & a supportive network. Applications open March 3rd! #LEAP #SCCLF #smallbiz

Save the Date! The Entrepreneurial Conference is coming to Charleston, SC, on November 13, 2025! 🎉 Workshops, networking, & inspiring speakers. Don't miss it! #SCCLF #entrepreneurship

LEAP 2025 is coming! Applications open March 3rd for this empowering program for minority & women entrepreneurs. 10-week course, expert guidance, & up to $30,000 in seed capital! #LEAP #SCCLF

Today, we honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy of justice and equality. At SCCLF, we’re committed to expanding affordable housing, empowering small businesses, and fostering economic equity in SC. Together, we can turn dreams into realities. 💙 #MLKDay #EconomicEquity

Need a loan? 🤝 Our loan officers provide personalized guidance to help you navigate the application process. Visit our website to submit an inquiry and connect with a regional loan officer.

Want to learn more about how we support SC’s communities? Visit our resources page for info on: affordable housing financing, healthy food enterprise finance, community facility finance, small business financing. Let’s work together to make 2025 impactful!