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Small business loans and coaching for entrepreneurs
Small business loans from $500 to $1M plus free coaching for Houston entrepreneurs. Startup-friendly.
By LiftFund -- via structured_import -- Apr 13, 2026
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LiftFund (formerly Accion Texas) provides small business loans from $500 to $1 million for Houston entrepreneurs who may not qualify for traditional bank financing. The program also includes free business coaching, financial education workshops, and networking events. Loans are available for startups, existing businesses, and nonprofit organizations. Available in English and Spanish. LiftFund has helped over 28,000 small businesses across Texas since 1994.
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LiftFund is a nonprofit organization established in 1994 that provides small business loans and grants to entrepreneurs. The organization has dispersed over $1.5 billion in capital, created or retained 121,000 jobs, and funded 30,000 small business loans across communities.
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