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Financing
Can nonprofits get business loans?
Yes. Nonprofits can use loans and other financing to help with everything from buying and building facilities to bridging delayed government contract payments. Learn more about NFF’s financing options. Our webinar series Best Practices for Taking On Debt offers a firsthand look at how nonprofits use debt strategically to advance their missions and contribute to the well-being of their communities.
Does NFF offer financing to organizations outside the US?
No. NFF provides loans and other financing to organizations based in the US only.
What’s involved in getting a loan from NFF?
For a detailed look, you can check out eligibility requirements and see an overview of our borrowing process.
What types of loans does NFF offer?
NFF offers a range of loan products that are all listed in detail on our financing page.
Does NFF offer grants?
Occasionally, NFF partners with funders to pass through grants to nonprofits. If you’re interested in learning more about partnering with NFF to support nonprofits, visit our Funders & Investors page.
Consulting
What type of consulting does NFF offer?
NFF’s consulting helps nonprofits manage through uncertainty, plan for the future, and build financial resilience. We start by listening, then co-create strategies tailored to each organization’s reality. Through group trainings, one-on-one coaching, and long-term partnerships, we help nonprofits:
- Use financial data to make informed, confident decisions.
- Develop actionable plans for complex financial challenges.
- Align leadership around financial strategy and priorities.
- Build adaptable fiscal structures that support resilience.
- Respond to instability while navigating inequitable funding systems.
What topics does NFF’s consulting not cover?
The following are outside of NFF’s areas of expertise: accounting, auditing, fundraising, legal support, HR/IT systems, impact evaluation, and market research.
Media Inquiries
Who do I get in touch with for media inquiries?
To get in touch with NFF’s press consultant, Tricia McKenna, please submit an inquiry form and select “Media Inquiry” from the dropdown list, or email [email protected].