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Our office is closed in observance of Juneteenth. We will resume normal office hours on Monday, June 22. Have a safe and enjoyable weekend!

Congratulations to Josh and Sharon Stafford, owners of Little Shop of Floras in Anderson, on achieving one year in business! These photos take us back to their ribbon cutting ceremony last year.

Are you getting ready to apply for a business loan but aren’t sure what to submit? Join this free workshop at InerG Impact in Anderson hosted by 3Rivers Federal Credit Union and the SBA Indiana District Office! You’ll get a clear understanding of what lenders expect with your financial statements and how to complete your forms. Learn more and sign up below!

Financial Statements Workshop #1 - what do lenders need? | U.S. Small Business Administration This is a two-part series exploring what lenders need from borrowers when they apply for a small business loan. Workshop #1: Financial statements needed for a basic business loan request This financial statements workshop is hosted by InerG Impact. The Indiana District SBA Office and 3 Rivers Federa...

Every loan application is unique, but the strongest ones share a few characteristics in common:

1) Strong startup story: Demonstrate that you understand your market and show how your idea solves a problem
2) Ability to repay: Startups should showcase reliable income and early revenue, while existing businesses should highlight steady cash flow and realistic projections
3) Skin in the game: Present your time invested, collateral, and plan to move your business forward

Whether you’re ready to apply now or still planning, these areas can help you submit a strong application.

✨Staff Spotlight✨

Please join us in congratulating Lauryn on her promotion to Relationship Manager!

In her new role, Lauryn builds connections with banking and community partners. If you have a client who doesn’t meet your lending criteria, reach out to Lauryn to explore Bankable’s funding options and find her contact info here: bankable.org/referral-partner

Congratulations on this well-deserved promotion, Lauryn!

Today is the last day to apply for the SBA Patriot Pitch Competition!

Not only can you compete for the opportunity to win a $1 million prize pool provided by Clover, you’ll also have the chance to put the national spotlight on your business, create more economic impact in your community, and maximize your business growth.

Applications close tonight at 11:59 p.m. ET. Take advantage of this exciting opportunity and apply!

Learn more and apply here: sba.gov/freedom250

LAST CALL: The competition deadline is TODAY at 11:59pm ET!

Submit your pitch now: https://www.sba.gov/freedom250

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Pitch your business for a chance to be one of five contestants competing in Washington, D.C., for a $1 million prize pool provided by Clover!

The United States Small Business Administration (SBA) is hosting a national competition for small businesses owners: the Patriot Pitch Competition. It’s a chance for you to:

✨Gain national recognition
✨Grow your business
✨Win a cash prize from Clover
✨Create more jobs in your community

If your business is growing, innovating, or creating impact, this competition is for you! Don’t miss this exciting opportunity. Applications close at 11:59 p.m. ET on June 10.

Click the link below to learn more and apply.

To celebrate 250 years of American free enterprise, we want to show the country that small business is BIG business.

We’re looking for small businesses that are:

- Strengthening American competitiveness

- Innovating and demonstrating an outsized impact within an industry

- Delivering economic opportunity and quality jobs

- Showing strong fundamentals and ex*****on readiness

Apply to the Patriot Pitch Competition: sba.gov/freedom250

Meet Russell Weaver, one of our 2026 summer interns!

✨Russell is a senior at Anderson University, majoring in accounting and finance.

✨Russell’s Fun Fact: I play baseball at Anderson University.

🎉We’re thrilled to have Russell on the team this summer. Join us in welcoming him to Bankable!

Are you a small business owner looking to grow your business? We're sharing an opportunity from the U.S. Small Business Administration: the Patriot Pitch Competition!

Eligible businesses could earn the opportunity to pitch their business live in Washington, D.C., and compete for a cash prize provided by Clover.

Click the link below to learn more and apply.

With a $1M total prize pool, the SBA Patriot Pitch Competition awards American innovation!

Key details:
✅ Judging categories: strengthening American competitiveness, small business “punching above its weight,” economic impact, and business fundamentals and ex*****on readiness
✅ Deadline: Submit your pitch by June 10
✅ The finals: September 2026 in D.C.

Learn more and submit your pitch: https://www.sba.gov/freedom250