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SUMMARY:Access to Capital
DESCRIPTION:On April 9\, 2026\, the Queens Economic Development Corporation is hosting our second Access to Capital event in Queens\, bringing together small business owners and funding institutions for real conversations about financing. \nWhether you’re a startup preparing for your first loan or an established business planning to grow\, this event gives you the opportunity to meet directly with banks\, CDFIs\, and alternative lenders to understand: \n\nWhat funding you may qualify for\nWhat documentation you need\nHow to position your business for funding success\n\nThis year we’re expanding the funding pathways represented – from traditional SBA loans and lines of credit to community-based and alternative financing options\, including digital fundraising platforms. \nIf accessing capital is on your radar in the next year\, this is a room you’ll want to be in!
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/access-to-capital-3/
LOCATION:Queens Borough Hall\, Helen Marshall Cultural Center\, 120-55 Queens Blvd.\, Kew Gardens\, NY\, 11424\, United States
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SUMMARY:Access to Capital: Meet the Lenders
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nLooking to fund your next stage of growth? Join us for our Access to Capital event\, a half-day opportunity for entrepreneurs to connect directly with banks\, microlenders\, and alternative funders to explore financing options for their business. \nThis event is designed for seasoned business owners who are ready to scale and want to understand what it takes to qualify for funding\, strengthen their financial documents\, and build relationships with lenders who actively support small businesses in NYC. \n  \nEvent Format\n10:00 AM – 11:30 PM | Lender Fair \nWalk through our open fair to meet and network with 20–25 banks\, CDFIs\, and community lenders. Learn about their products\, loan requirements\, and funding programs. Get insider knowledge on what types of businesses and industries each lender specializes in\, and gather valuable materials to take home. \n11:30 PM –  1:00 PM | Speed Mentorship Sessions \nAfter exploring the fair\, sign up for 15-minute one-on-one sessions with lenders to discuss your financing needs in more depth. Bring your financial documents—such as tax returns\, profit & loss statements\, or business plans—to receive personalized feedback on what you may qualify for and what to strengthen before applying. \n  \nWhat You’ll Walk Away With\n\nDirect connections to lenders who are actively lending to small businesses\nClarity on which funding option best fits your business stage\nActionable feedback on your financial readiness and loan application\nConfidence to move forward toward financing with the right partner\n\n  \nThis event is supported by grants provided by Empire State Development Corporation.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/atcmtl/
LOCATION:Queens Borough Hall\, Helen Marshall Cultural Center\, 120-55 Queens Blvd.\, Kew Gardens\, NY\, 11424\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center
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