Stories
What is a success story but a dream turned into reality? At ACC, we’re working hard to ensure that our members are providing loans and technical assistance to small business owners –including women and persons of color- who are seeking to start or grow their businesses.
SERCAP Small Business Loan Product Uses Creative Financing to Serve Start-up Clients
SERCAP has combined a variety of federal and state funding sources, including USDA’s Intermediary Relending Program, to develop a Small Business Loan Product that is flexible, affordable, and meets clients wherever they are on their entrepreneurial journey.
People Incorporated Launches New Program to Support Women Entrepreneurs
Taylor Childs always knew she wanted to own her own business. When she was ready to pursue her dream and open her salon, she reached out to her bank to inquire about a loan – but quickly realized that option wouldn’t work for an entrepreneur like herself, who had no past proof of revenue to show.
Assisting Diverse Small Farms And Non-Profits Under Kentucky’s Soar Program
In October 2023, Kentucky Highlands Investment Corporation (KHIC) was awarded a $50,000 grant from Appalachian Community Capital to further support the SOAR ((Shaping Our Appalachian Region) Small Farm Loan Fund.