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Diverse Business Resources & Funding Solutions

U.S. Bank offers solutions that empower businesses from varied backgrounds to succeed with confidence.

We’re committed to addressing the wealth gap. At U.S. Bank, we believe that business ownership is a powerful path to building wealth. Explore tailored resources, funding and expert guidance.

Expand your enterprise through participation in our Business Diversity Lending Program.

The Business Diversity Lending Program is a special purpose credit program under the Equal Credit Opportunity Act designed for businesses owned by veterans, 1 women 2 and people of color. 3

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U.S. Bank Access CommitmentTM

U.S. Bank Access CommitmentTM is a long-term initiative designed to help close the racial wealth gap by empowering communities with the tools, resources and opportunities needed to build generational wealth.

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U.S. Bank Supplier Development Program

U.S. Bank’s Supplier Development Program is designed to help suppliers grow by fostering relationships, offering education and training and expanding access to business opportunities. The program supports businesses operated by individuals from varied backgrounds.

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  1. Veteran is defined as any person who (i) served in the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, Coast Guard or National Guard, including any member of a reserve component of the foregoing services, and (ii) was discharged or released from service under conditions other than dishonorable.

  2. Woman is defined as a person who lives and identifies as female.

  3. Eligible racial categories include American Indian or Alaskan Native, Asian, Black or African American, Hispanic/Latino, Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander and combined ethnic or racial groups.

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Financing under the Business Diversity Lending Program is subject to credit approval. Terms and conditions are subject to change.

Business Diversity Lending Program: To be eligible for the BDLP, your business must be at least 51% owned and operated by one or more individuals who are women, people of color and/or veterans. Demographic information regarding gender, race and veteran status is required only to determine eligibility for this program. U.S. Bank does not discriminate on this or any other prohibited basis.

Loans and lines of credit are offered by U.S. Bank National Association. Deposit products are offered by U.S. Bank National Association. Member FDIC.