Financing
The SEF provides flexible financing for non-profit organizations in Edmonton and area to support the development of social enterprise (SE) and social and affordable housing projects. Loans are near prime, repayable (not forgivable) and, above all else, are designed with your mission and plan in mind.
Loans for housing projects will be short term, designed to bridge to conventional and other sources of financing, and may be used for construction, renovation or the purchase of property.
Loans for social enterprise are available for either start-up of new, or expansion of existing, social enterprises. These loans may be used to finance operating and equipment needs, building purchases and even the purchase of a franchise.
The possibilities are unlimited.
Path to Loan Grants
Our grants are designed to help organizations curious about social enterprise to explore their options. They are for organizations who may be uncertain of what they want to do, but who are dedicated to pursuing alternative funding, empowering their clients, or meeting hitherto unmet market needs.
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Seminars
Our seminars are a fast paced, engaging way to see if SE is right for you. If you have any of the following questions, we can help you find the answer at one of our seminars:
- Where do I begin?
- Can I implement SE as a non-profit?
- Where can I get the startup capital and assistance I need?
- What is social enterprise and why should I do it?
Find out more about our seminars today
Products and Services
We have a range of products and services in the areas of Social Enterprise developmenet as well as Affordable Houseing projects.
Find out more about our products and services