Your business can be growing, stabilizing, or just getting started

Financing That Works for the Business You’re Building

Craft3 offers flexible loans tailored to you.

We lend to entrepreneurs overlooked by traditional finance — because strong ideas deserve strong support.

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who we work with

Nonprofits & Businesses in Oregon & Washington

  • Established and growing businesses and nonprofits
  • Entrepreneurs looking to seize business growth opportunities
  • Nonprofit and entrepreneurs serving or representing underserved communities
  • Entrepreneurs with the skills and temperament to succeed

Our Loans Can Help You

Uses for up to $250,000:‍

  • Purchase equipment and inventory
  • Launch or grow your business
  • Hire employees
  • Improve your space

Features

Features for up to $250,000:

  • Funding in as fast as 30 days
  • Borrow $50,000 to $250,000
  • No prepayment penalties
  • No reporting requirements

NOTE: Businesses owned by entrepreneurs of color may qualify for lower rates and special terms.

Rates & Terms

Loan Size
$50,000 to $250,000
Rates
Fixed rates from 8.00% to 11.00%
Fees
Loan origination fee of 2% of loan total plus closing costs

Fees for non-profits are 1% plus closing costs
Closing Costs
$650 plus any third-party fees for appraisal, legal, etc
Term
Typically 3 to 7 years, with longer amortizations possible in some cases
Repayment Terms
Normal principal and interest payments each month.

Interest-only payments are possible for the first 3 months

Our Loans Can Help You

Uses for over $250,000

  • Expand your business
  • Buy equipment and inventory
  • Purchase your building
  • Scale and stabilize operations

Features

Features for over $250,000

  • Flexible projections-based debt financing
  • Borrow up to $4,000,000 or more
  • Specialized terms to match your needs
  • High loan-to-value financing available

NOTE: Businesses owned by entrepreneurs of color may qualify for lower rates and special terms.

Rates & Terms

Loan Size
Borrow up to $4,000,000 or more
Rates
Fixed rates from 7.50% to 11.00%
Fees
Loan origination fee of 2% of loan total plus closing costs

Fees for nonprofits are 1% plus closing costs
Closing Costs
$650 plus any third-party fees for appraisal, legal, etc
Recording Fee
$100
Term
Typically 3 to 7 years, with longer amortizations possible in some cases
Repayment Terms
Normal principal and interest payments each month

Interest-only payments are possible for the first 3 months

Financing with Craft3

Craft3 supports entrepreneurs at every step of the loan application process. Note that obtaining a business loan is a more involved and lengthier process than taking out a home mortgage.

Loans up to $250,000 can be funded as fast as 30 days. Larger loans typically take longer.

1
Contact

When you’re ready to apply, complete this online form to help us learn about you and your business. If it looks like a potential fit, a Craft3 lender will reach out to talk with you about your business plan, uses of funds and collateral.

2
Apply

A Craft3 lender will invite you to apply and help you complete your loan application package. We will review your application and give your request the careful attention it deserves.

NOTE: Review usually takes 1-2 weeks, although it can be shorter or longer depending on the size and complexity of the request.

3
Decide

If we think we can help you with your request, we will notify you and outline the terms of the loan and the items, if any, we need for underwriting a final loan decision. After that we quickly move to closing and disbursement.

Flexible Underwriting

We consider your whole story, not just your credit score.

Local Support

Work with a real person who understands your community.

Business Guidance

We connect you with tools and resources, not just a loan.

Mission-Driven

Every loan helps grow a more inclusive economy.

Customer Testimonial

“My lender really took the time to learn about me, ask questions, and explain anything I didn’t understand. It was hard work, but very worth it!”

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Alex's Pilipino Store

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Business Resources

We support entrepreneurs of all stages of the business journey and offer resources to help you learn, grow, and better understand your financing options.

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For Businesses

Debt Financing Options

There are many types of debt financing. The terms vary greatly and it’s essential that you understand them and the tradeoffs involved.

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For Businesses

The Definitive Guide to Getting Loan Ready

We want to make the loan process as clear and transparent as possible. Here are some resources to support business preparation and growth.

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For Businesses

Glossary of Finance and Business Terms

If you’re interested in starting or expanding a business, you’ll likely encounter lots of terms and acronyms. This glossary will hopefully help you make sense of unfamiliar words and equip you for your business journey.