ELIGIBILITY
0% interest loans for US small businesses
Kiva is a non-profit that expands access to capital for entrepreneurs around the world. More than 2.5 million people have raised over $1 billion on Kiva.
Kiva believes in character over credit and the power of community-based lending. Because of those beliefs, they provide funding opportunities for entrepreneurs where conventional lenders won’t.

SEED SPOT's partnership with Kiva, you get access to:
- Up to $15,000 at 0% interest
- Yes, 0% interest – no catch. We're a non-profit aimed at expanding access to capital.
- Free marketing and new customers
- Market your product to Kiva's community of 1.6 million supportive lenders.
How to ACCESS THIS ALUMNI BENEFIT
- Fill out the alumni resource intake form.
- If you’re eligible, the Entrepreneur Support Manager will reach out with the affiliated page to sign up
- Apply for the Kiva Loan
- Prove your creditworthiness by inviting your friends
- Fundraise for 30 days on Kiva
- Repay your lenders within 36 months