What is the flagship Access Accelerator Programme?

What is the flagship Access Accelerator Programme?

The flagship programme of Access Accelerator offers startup and existing businesses, on all islands of The Bahamas, access to grant, loan and equity funding.  

The Government of The Bahamas allotted $25 million for a period of 5 years ($5 million per year) to the Guaranteed Loan Programme. Through our partnerships, entrepreneurs also have access to up to $250k in equity investments and up to $20k in matching grant funding.  

The primary purpose of the funding is to guarantee (not disburse) loans approved under this programme with the aim to help entrepreneurs fund, launch and grow their businesses in a variety of industries.

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