Program overview
How Bank of America's diversity lending program works.
Part of Bank of America's $1.25 billion commitment to advance racial equality and economic opportunity. Provides small business loans and resources specifically for Black entrepreneurs and diverse business owners.
Certifications accepted
Which certifications qualify a business for this program.
Bank of America's diversity lending program is open to businesses holding any of the certifications below. Lenders verify the certification at underwriting, so the certificate needs to be active and in good standing at the time you apply.
Underwriting requirements
Minimums Bank of America sets at application.
Diverse-owned small businesses
What else this certification opens
Corporate buyers that accept the same certifications.
The certifications Bank of America accepts also unlock the corporate supplier diversity programs below. So the same certification that gets you working capital here can register you as a supplier with these companies.