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BIG SKY

Mission West CDP / Business Development Center / Big Sky Economic Development RLF

Big Sky Economic Development RLF

Flexible, contact us for pre-qualification
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About This Fund

Fund Overview

The Big Sky Economic Development Revolving Loan Fund supports small business growth across western Montana communities. Capitalized through the Montana Department of Commerce Big Sky Economic Development Trust Fund program, this revolving fund provides low-interest gap financing for businesses that cannot fully access conventional lending.

Mission West administers the fund regionally, working with businesses in Lake, Sanders, and Mineral counties and the Flathead Indian Reservation. The fund is flexible by design, our team works with each applicant to structure a loan that fits their specific situation.

Fund Details

Eligibility & Use of Funds

Who Qualifies

  • Small businesses unable to access sufficient conventional financing
  • Job creation or retention focus preferred
  • Located in western Montana service area
  • Business expansion, equipment, and working capital needs

Use of Funds

  • Equipment purchase and upgrades
  • Working capital
  • Facility expansion and improvements
  • Inventory and business development costs

Interested in This Fund?

Send our loan team a few details and we will follow up within one business day to talk through whether this fund fits your project. No formal application required to start.

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