Capital Catalyst Program

The Capital Catalyst program is a new funding opportunity for local startups and businesses that provides seed funds to stimulate entrepreneurship. 

Funding comes from the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation and First-Ring Industrial Redevelopment Enterprise. Contact our team to learn about eligibility. 

Application

Want to create or grow your business in West Allis? Contact our team to get the conversation started. Once you are ready, complete the Economic Development Financial Resource application

About

  • Program offers both loans (maximum $150,000) and strategic grants (maximum $30,000)

  • Favorable loan terms: competitive 5.5% interest rate, 20-year payment period, and generous 25-year amortization schedule

  • $600,000 total pool of available funding

  • Targeted towards businesses in these sectors:

    • Advanced Manufacturing

    • Agriculture or Food Processing

    • Information Systems or Software

    • Medical Devices

    • Bioscience

    • Energy