top of page

Equitable Local (micro)Lending Initiative

uus_logo.png

The Unitarian Universalist Society (UUS) has partnered with MDC Iowa to create an innovative small business loan fund to improve the inequities in wealth distribution and foster greater economic participation for historically underserved communities in Iowa City. The Equitable Local (micro)Lending Initiative (ELLI) is an important start to the next chapter in our history that we hope will inspire others to act.

Together, MDC Iowa and the UUS will empower local businesses, and advance economic justice.

 

Our Shared Mission: Create opportunities for marginalized populations—immigrants, returning citizens, people of color, and low-income individuals—to access capital and resources, helping to build successful local businesses and achieve economic resilience.

Emergency Loans

A lifeline in your time of need. No interest loan up to $750 for hardships like unexpected household expenses, automative repairs, weather relief, utility deposit or avoid disconnect.

2

Small-Dollar and Community Loans

Provide funds to start a for-profit business. Community Lending Loans from $1,000 to $2,500 and Small-Dollar loans up to $2,500 with 5% APR.

3

Microloans

Provide funds to grow a for-profit business. Small business loans from $5,000 to $8,000 with 5% APR.

Helping Hands

Support real change - make a donation.

To be part of the ripple effect that can support real change, make a tax-deductible donation to the ELLI Community Loan Fund using the QR code or "Donate Now" button below.

Untitled design_edited.jpg

成为解决方案的一部分。

 获取最新消息和更新

感谢您加入我们的时事通讯。我们承诺不会向您发送垃圾邮件,并尽量将电子邮件限制为每月一两封。

联系我们

有兴趣了解有关 MDC 爱荷华州计划的更多信息或获取有关如何支持该任务的信息?请提供以下信息,会有专人尽快与您联系。

感谢提交!

邮寄地址

南迪比克街 136 号

爱荷华州爱荷华州 52240

STEM 工厂学习中心

电话 #

319-333-0600

电子邮件

INNOV8实验室创客空间

1927 Keokuk 街

爱荷华州爱荷华州 52240

1222 S 吉尔伯特法院

爱荷华州爱荷华州 52240

© 2022 爱荷华州多元文化发展中心

bottom of page