Discover How State-Backed Guarantees Can Transform Your Certified Business


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“If you’re certified in California, this program was built for you.”
The Growth Catch-22
You need funding to grow — but can’t get approved without proving growth.
This program transforms high-risk applications into bank-approved loans.

The state guarantee helped us secure equipment financing that transformed our small business.
- Sarah M. Certified Small BusinessEligible applicants typically include small to medium-sized businesses operating within California that demonstrate a viable business purpose and the ability to repay the loan. Qualification is subject to lender review and program guidelines.
Processing times vary depending on the completeness of documentation and lender requirements. In most cases, applications are reviewed within a few weeks following submission of all required materials.
No. The consultation is provided at no cost and without obligation. It is intended to assess eligibility and outline potential funding options.
The program may support working capital, equipment purchases, business expansion, commercial real estate, and other qualified business financing needs, subject to lender approval.
Applicants are generally asked to provide financial statements, tax returns, bank statements, identification, and a summary of the intended use of funds. Specific requirements may vary.
Yes. The state-backed guarantee is designed to reduce lender risk and may assist businesses that have experienced difficulty obtaining traditional financing.
No. This is a loan program supported by a state-backed guarantee. All approved financing must be repaid in accordance with agreed terms.
As a DVBE, traditional funding was challenging until we discovered this program. Now we're fulfilling major government contracts.
- John D. Certified DVBE