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Boost your business while building your credit

Get the capital, credit-building, and coaching to start, run, or grow your business.

  • GET UP TO $2,500 TO COVER ANY BUSINESS EXPENSE

  • BUILD YOUR CREDIT HISTORY WITH EVERY PAYMENT

  • ACCESS FREE ONE-ON-ONE BUSINESS COACHING

  • LEARN THROUGH FREE FINANCIAL EDUCATION COURSES

*This loan carries a 10% interest rate. Currently only available to entrepreneurs in the Bay Area

How it works

MAF’s Business Loans support small business owners and entrepreneurs in the Bay Area. With this loan up to $2,500, you can cover business costs while building your credit.

Affordable Capital

Access up to $2,500 to cover any business expenses like equipment, inventory, marketing, or day-to-day operating costs.

Business Coaching

Participants get free one-on-one coaching and financial education, so you have expert guidance as you make decisions for your business.

Credit Building

Your on-time monthly payments are reported to all three major credit bureaus, helping you build a stronger credit history with every payment.

“MAF’s business loan supported me when I needed it the most. I invested by purchasing merchandise. With the sales I made, I was able to collect enough capital and pay down my van faster.”

Sofia, San Francisco, CA

Business loan Program

STEP BY STEP

1. APPLY

Complete the online application and submit proof of income and ability to repay. Confirm your business is based in the Bay Area and is either early-stage or currently operating.

2. Get Your Loan

Complete MAF’s free financial education course and one-on-one coaching intake. Once approved, your loan is deposited directly into your bank account.

3. Repay & Build Credit

Make affordable monthly payments on time. Each payment is reported to all three major credit bureaus, building your credit history over the life of the loan.

Access our MyMAF app

This free app offers personalized plans, tools, and resources to support your financial journey. Set goals, track progress, and access educational tools designed to help improve financial health.