The Small Business Disaster Loan Guarantee Program helps agriculture-related enterprises and other small businesses obtain financing needed to recover from losses caused by natural disasters. The Governor may activate the program in areas declared to be in a State of Emergency.
Nor-Cal stands with those affected by the January 2025 fires. Click here to view our list of resources.
Who Can Apply
Businesses recovering from natural disasters Agriculture-Related Enterprises Small Businesses
Loan Guarantee
Up to 90% of loan amount with a maximum guarantee of $2.5M
Loan Amount
Farms up to $500,000
Small Buisinesses up to $2,500,000
Interest Amount
Determined by Lending Partner
Guarantee Term
Up to 7 Years
Disaster Assistance Loan Use of Proceeds
- Repair or Replace Real Property
- Fixtures
- Machinery
- Inventory
- Equipment
- Leased Improvements