Our Loans
How We Help
Rainier Valley Community Development Fund is a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI), which are mission-driven lender that provides financial services to individuals and businesses with limited access to traditional credit. Our goal is to help small businesses and communities secure the capital they need to thrive.
By offering affordable loans, financial education, and hands-on support, CDFIs bridge the gap left by traditional banks. We finance affordable housing, small businesses, community facilities, and more. With a focus on expanding financial access, CDFIs support those who have historically been unable to access credit, helping them build wealth and create lasting change.
Our Lending Options
We offer a variety of lending options aimed at small businesses to help you succeed. Loan amounts vary.

Working Capital Line of Credit

Term Loans

Nonprofit Financing

Commercial Real Estate
Ready to Apply?
If your business or residence is located in southeast Seattle and your company has been in business for at least one year, Rainier Valley Community Development Fund will work with you on your specific financing needs. Here are some of the documents you’ll need to prepare.
Questions? Find out who to contact here, or contact us through our form.
Documents to Gather
- Know how much money you need to ask for to cover at least the next 3-6 months.
- Do you have collateral? Find out its current value.
- Complete a Personal Financial Statement
- Gather 3 years of tax returns.
- Tell us about yourself – create a resume or cv.
- Share your business or marketing plan with us.
- Is your business already up and running? Gather your business tax returns, financial statements and projections.
- Have your business licenses ready.
- Personal Financial Statement

Log In to Loanwell Portal
Are you an existing client with the Rainier Valley Community Development Fund? Access your Loanwell portal through the log in below.