1. Online Application
Applicants must register for an account and complete the application on this site.
Paper applications will not be accepted. Applications can be completed online at local public libraries.
5-Step Application Process
In order for Verified Equity Applicants to receive a City of Oakland Equity loan or grant, applicants much complete the following five steps:
2. Application Review
Grant and loan applications will be reviewed by Elevate Impact Staff to ensure that the applicant has met the Tier requirements and submitted the required documents for that Tier.
If the Application is complete, the Applicant will receive an email saying that the application is complete and has been sent to the Loan/Grant Committee for review.
3. Committee Review
A completed Loan/Grant Application will be submitted to the Elevate Impact Loan/Grant Committee for review and scoring according to the Equity Assessment. Scoreard
An Application must receive a minimum score of 60 out of 100 points on the Equity Assessment Score Card found here.
4. Closing
An Elevate Impact Staff will close the loan or grant as follows:
Send an email to the Applicant and to the City of Oakland stating that the application has been approved. Meet with the Applicant to review and sign the closing documents. Send signed documents to City of Oakland for signature and payment processing.
5. Funding
Once funds are available, the City of Oakland contacts the Applicant
The Applicant can then pick up their check and a copy of the fully executed Agreement at the Special Activity Permits Office and sign for payment.