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Fuel Your Business Growth: Find the Right Funding
Starting or growing a business takes more than just a great idea—it takes financial support. Whether you’re a small business owner or an ambitious startup founder, finding the right funding sources can be the key to turning your vision into reality.
Let us assist you in exploring local resources and connect you with venture capital, state programs, business loans, pitch competitions, grants, and other opportunities to secure the capital your business needs.
Kiva Iowa
Kiva is a global nonprofit, founded in 2005, with a mission to expand financial access; unlocking capital for small business owners through crowdfunded loans supported by individuals worldwide. NewBoCo serves as Kiva’s first statewide Hub partner, ensuring business owners across Iowa (and into the Quad Cities) have access to capital through the power of crowdfunding.
Kiva loans aim to be inclusive and risk tolerant, ranging in size from $1-$15k, at zero interest. We believe lending alongside thousands of others is one of the most powerful and sustainable ways to create economic and social good, and we are proud to be Kiva’s first statewide Hub partner.
Startup and Small Business Loans
Taking out a loan can feel overwhelming and complex, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. That’s why NewBoCo has teamed up with local lending institutions to offer free consultations with experienced local lending representatives in our welcoming coworking space.
These experts can answer your questions, explain current options tailored to your needs, and provide valuable insights into the lending process. They’ll offer personalized feedback and guidance to help you find the right solution, empowering you to make confident, informed decisions for your business.
Iowa Economic Development Authority Programs
The Iowa Economic Development Authority offers a range of programs focused on tax credits and funding to foster growth and innovation among Iowa businesses. Notably, the Proof of Commercial Relevance and Demonstration Fund programs provide matching awards for Iowa-based companies with fewer than 500 employees, offering funding of up to $50,000 and $100,000, respectively.
Our team at NewBoCo has helped numerous companies receive these awards and offers free coaching, mentorship, and low-cost technological services to help your company succeed. Contact us or request a meeting with our team to learn more.
ISA Ventures (ISAV)
ISA Ventures is Iowa’s first multi-stage venture capital studio, working closely with founders to build Iowa-based companies through their growth and evolution. They focus on companies in biotechnology, healthcare, and medical tech; education tech; engineering and automation tech; agriculture, food & bio-processing tech; insurance & finance tech; and transportation & logistics technologies. Investments range from $25k to $1 million, commensurate with the stage and potential of the business.