1. Alternative Access to Capital Presented by: Roberta McCullough VP, Business Services & Operations

2. Our Vision To create economic opportunity for all people.

3. Our Mission To partner with Community Based Organizations and other mission similar groups to promote economic development in underserved markets.

4. The Problem Lack of access to financial services in low-income communities. Credit Gap Lack of Financial Education Un- Affordable Services Un- Affordable Services Strict Bank Standards

5. Our Niche Localized & Customized Support Collaborative & Creative Partnerships Access to Affordable Capital The Support Center

6. Our Programs: Small Business Lending Addressing the need for access to credit. USDA Intermediary Relending Program (IRP). USDA FSA Guaranteed Lender SBA Community Advantage Lender SBA Intermediary Lending Program (ILP). NC Small Business Development Loan Program. U.S. Department of Transportation Short Term Lending Program. (STLP) Veterans Direct Loan Program

7. Thank You. Telephone: (919)803-1437 Website: thesupportcenter-nc.org