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BUSINESS & EDUCATION LOANS

The Sir Thomas White Loan Charity provides loans to new and existing business owners and postgraduate students across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.

  • Personal loans for business start-ups, development and postgraduate education
  • Generous 9 year loan term
  • Repayable by equal instalments after 3 years
  • Support on hand from start to finish
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“The STWLC loan has been crucial in helping me build and sustain a career in the creative sector."
Sarah GloverBusiness Loan Borrower
Sarah Glover
“This has helped us to create jobs for local people and we’ve seen a real positive difference with the business."
Ben CoatesBusiness Loan Borrower
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“The interview was great, the Trustees put me at ease and were very supportive through the whole process.”
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BUSINESS LOANS

UP TO £20,000 INTEREST-FREE PERSONAL LOANS

For applicants aged over 18 and under 45 who are starting or expanding a business in Leicester, Leicestershire or Rutland.

You will not pay any interest at all on one of our loans – amazing but true!

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OTHER FINANCIAL SUPPORT

Education Loans

Eligible candidates may borrow up to £10,000 interest free for 9 years to assist with the cost of postgraduate courses.

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Business Grants

Individual grants of up to £5,000 are available during selected application windows to anyone who meets our eligibility criteria.

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Scholarships

For academically high-achieving young people, who wish to attend an independent school in Leicestershire for their sixth form.

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