America First Business Funding Programs

Business proposal:

Input the following business proposal (Copy/paste) in Message or attach your business proposal by uploading to submit.

To help assess the viability, potential, and specific needs of your business/idea, answer the following below to the best of your ability. It can be worked on better as it's refined. If question does not apply place N/A.

1. Business Information

• What is the legal name of the business?

• Is this a start up business?

• What is the business structure? (e.g., sole proprietorship, LLC, corporation)

• When was the business established?

• What is the primary industry or sector of the business?

• What products or services does your business provide?

2. Owner/Management Information

• Who are the primary owners or stakeholders in the business?

• Provide a brief background on the key management team, including their roles and experience.

• Have any of the business owners previously owned or managed another business?

3. Funding Request

• What is the total amount of funding you are requesting?

• What will the funds be used for? (e.g., working capital, inventory, equipment, marketing)

• Do you have a clear repayment plan if applicable?

4. Business Financials

• What is the current annual revenue?

• What is the net profit/loss for the previous year?

• Do you have any outstanding debts or liabilities?

• What is the average monthly operating cost?

• Are there any existing sources of funding or investment?

• Do you have financial document?

5. Market and Competition

• Who is your target market?

• Describe your main competitors and your business’s unique value proposition.

• What strategies do you use to attract and retain customers?

• How do you plan to grow your market share over the next few years?

6. Sales and Marketing Strategy

• What are your primary sales channels? (e.g., online, retail, direct sales)

• How do you promote and market your business?

• Do you have any existing partnerships or collaborations?

7. Business Plans and Projections

• Include a business plan if you have one.

• Describe your business goals for the next 1-3 years.

• What are your anticipated revenue projections for the next 1-3 years?

• How will the requested funding help achieve these goals?

8. Risks and Challenges

• What are the main risks or challenges currently facing your business?

• How do you plan to address these challenges?

9. Additional Information

• Are there any notable achievements or awards for your business?

• Is there any other information you believe is relevant to your funding application?

10. Credit score

11, Paydex score

A strong application with detailed responses to these questions can help evaluate the potential impact and sustainability of your business proposal.

Be prepared or start preparing to provide a formal business plan with financial statements.

Indicate if you will need assistance with these.