INTEREST-FREE
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
“The interview was great, the Trustees put me at ease and were very supportive through the whole process.”
Georgie AnsellBusiness Loan Borrower 
“I am deeply grateful to STWLC, their assistance enabled me to travel the world and discover my passion for teaching"
Ayesha Khan Education Loan Borrower 
“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 
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!
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.
Business Grants
Individual grants of up to £5,000 are available during selected application windows to anyone who meets our eligibility criteria.
Scholarships
For academically high-achieving young people, who wish to attend an independent school in Leicestershire for their sixth form.
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