Last Loan Readiness Cohort of 2026: Get Capital Ready this October
October 2026 Edition • Cohort Registration
Indianapolis CDFI Collaborative
Loan Readiness Program
Equip your business for capital, confidence, and growth.
A comprehensive, free five-session intensive designed exclusively for Indianapolis entrepreneurs. Gain direct access to Community Development Financial Institutions, master financial reporting, and position your enterprise for approved funding.
5
Weekly Sessions
Fridays October 2nd - October 30th from 9am - 11am. Virtual except the last session (graduation). You must attend 4 of the 5 sessions.
$0
Tuition Cost
Fully sponsored programming for local Indianapolis small business owners.
CDFI
Direct Access
Build critical relationships with active community loan officers.
Curriculum Overview
What You Will Master
01. Credit Architecture
Demystify personal and business credit scores. Learn proactive strategies to repair, build, and optimize credit profiles prior to submitting institutional applications.
02. Strategic Bookkeeping
Establish resilient day-to-day accounting workflows, categorize operating expenditures properly, and implement clean documentation systems.
03. Financial Statements
Gain fluency in your Balance Sheet, Profit & Loss statements, and Cash Flow forecasts to articulate financial health clearly to prospective lenders.
04. Loan Underwriting
Examine exact criteria loan committees evaluate, structure required debt documentation, and eliminate common application friction points.
Program Benefits
Graduate With Distinction
Participants completing at least four of the five sessions will be awarded an official Certificate of Graduation alongside personalized technical advisory tools.
Gain direct peer networks, institutional visibility, and the practical confidence required to secure capital for your enterprise.
Limited Capacity Enrollment
Secure Your Seat
To ensure high-impact mentorship and direct lender interaction, cohort capacity is strictly capped. Follow these simple steps to claim your spot:
Step 1: Send Email
Initiate your enrollment by sending an email with 'Committed' in the subject line to confirm your intention to attend the Friday sessions. You will need to respond promptly and complete a commitment letter to get signed up.
Step 2: Commitment Letter
Submit your signed commitment letter confirming participation in at least four sessions to lock in your cohort seat. You will get additional details after you're registered.
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