Who We Are
IBFS is a Certified Development Company (CDC) that works in partnership with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). Since 1981, Illinois Business Financial Services has been developing diversified loan programs for small businesses, utilizing the SBA 504 and other loan programs to create jobs and millions of dollars in project funding. IBFS is also a member of NADCO, the National Association of Development Companies.

What is a “CDC”?
A CDC, or Certified Development Company, is a private, nonprofit corporation chartered by the SBA to contribute to the economic development of its community through the 504 loan program. The CDC works with the SBA and private sector lenders to provide financing to small businesses. Learn more about the details and requirements of the 504 here.

Who else does IBFS partner with?

• Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO)
• Economic Development Councils (EDCs)
• Chambers of Commerce
• Small Business Development Companies (SBDCs)
• SCORE – Counselors to America’s Small Business
• Other Local, State and Federal Government Programs

If you are interested in partnering with IBFS or would like to know more, please email us today at
info@ibfs.org and sign up for our mailing list here.

IBFS is Better Business Bureau Accredited
IBFS has been accredited by the BBB since 1998, and maintains an A+ rating