Small Business Boost Fund will offer loans to businesses and nonprofits in underserved communities July 26, 2022 Dear Neighbor, The Connecticut Department of Economic & Community Development has launched the Connecticut small business boost fund providing low-interest loans to small businesses and non-profits in low-income and historically underserved communities. Businesses and non-profit organizations with fewer than 100 employees and annual revenue of less than $8 million can apply for low-interest loans, currently at 4.5%, and receive up to $500,000. Apply and Learn More