Financial Literacy
Family Loan Program
Serving the Greater Danbury Area
Family Loan Program of Danbury provides small, low interest loans to qualified applicants. We also provide Financial Education and Budget Counseling program to eligible applicants and anyone in need. Loans may be used to purchase a used car up to $10,000 for transportation to work, repair a car, security deposit funds and childcare costs. Financial education provides tools for self-sufficiency and ensures loan repayment and positive credit building. Loan amounts range from $500 – $10,000 with a 5.5% interest rate, regardless of credit score.
Services
• One-on-one budgeting advice
• Helpful financial education and resource materials
• Assistance during the application process and throughout the life of the loan
• Ability to borrow money at a low 5.5% interest rate regardless of bad credit score or no credit history
• Flexible loan repayment schedule
• Referral to other social service resources within Catholic Charities, the community, and the state
• Peace of mind provided by Catholic Charities, one of the largest and oldest social service providers in Connecticut
Who to Contact
Sarah Lynch, Program Manager
(475) 228-7257
Fax: (203) 738-1166
familyloan@ccfc-ct.org
Location
405 Main Street
Danbury, CT 06810
Program Hours
Monday – Friday
8:30am – 4:30pm
In addition to our Danbury location, we also offer Family Loan Program services in Norwalk. Learn more about our Norwalk location here.
Required Documents for Loan Applicants
FAMILY LOAN PROGRAM NEWS
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