Kiva Rochester

thru: Rochester City Hall

• Provides crowdfunded business loans of $1,000-$15,000 at 0% interest and with no fees. Borrowers use their loans for business expenses such as working capital, renovations, purchasing pieces of equipment, moving into store fronts, or hiring employees.

Cultural Competency

Language Access

Eligibility: At least 18 years old and not in current bankruptcy or foreclosure. Loans can only be used for a legal and socially responsible business. See application for full eligibility requirements.

Application Process: Call or visit website for more information.

Required Documentation: Call for information.

Fees: No fee for services.

Coverage Note: City of Rochester.

Cultural Competency: Cultural competency, diversity, equity, and inclusion training for staff, Staff reflects population served

Languages: American Sign Language, Spanish- Staff provides in-person interpreter, Website can be translated