Financing

Businesses looking for financing have a range of resources available to them via federal, state and local programs. The Bergen County Division of Economic Development will help you navigate these programs. Several examples include:

New Jersey Economic Development Authority

 
The New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) is ready to put its resources to work for you. The NJEDA is a self-supporting, independent state agency whose mission is to stimulate business development, job creation and community revitalization throughout the State. NJEDA offers various financing programs.

For more information on any of the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) programs.

Union County Economic Development Corporation (UCEDC)

The UCEDC is a statewide, nonprofit economic development corporation dedicated to assisting and financing small businesses, minority– and women-owned enterprises. Whether you are an entrepreneur looking for assistance to create a business plan and get your idea up and running, or you are an existing small business looking to grow, UCEDC offers programs to help. In addition to business counseling, the UCEDC offers financial assistance such as micro-loans, business growth fund loans, and more. For more information, please call 908-527-1166.

U.S. Small Business Administration

SBA programs and services support the small business person through SBA-backed loans, government contracting opportunities, disaster assistance, and training programs. Financing opportunities are available from $500 to $2 million. For more information, please call 1-800-827-5722.