Event Details
Date: May 13th, 2026
Time: 7PM
Location: Online via Zoom
Not quite loan-ready? That’s exactly why we’re here.
Every small business and nonprofit reaches a point where growth requires capital. But the path from “we need funding” to “we qualify for funding” isn’t always clear and traditional lenders rarely meet you halfway.
The Western Reserve Community Fund does things differently. We meet you where you are.
Join us for The Road to Ready, a free introductory webinar designed for small business owners, nonprofit leaders, and community partners who want to understand what lending readiness actually looks like and how WRCF can help you get there.
What you’ll learn
- Who WRCF serves and the types of businesses and organizations we work with
- What WRCF look for when evaluating a loan application
- Common readiness gaps and how to close them
- How our education-first model works — from where you are today to where you need to be
- The financing options available through WRCF
Who should attend
This webinar is for you if you’re:
- A small business owner exploring financing options
- A nonprofit leader considering a capital project or expanding your impact
- An entrepreneur who’s been turned away by traditional lenders
- A community partner or referral source who wants to better understand WRCF’s work
No prior lending experience required. Come with questions.
About WRCF
The Western Reserve Community Fund (WRCF) strives to empower, educate and assist businesses and non-profit organizations through low-cost flexible financing, development services and financial guidance.