OUR FUNDING SOURCES

A Diversified Approach to Supporting Financial Opportunity

Equinox Global Grants draws upon a combination of private philanthropy, investment-related income, investor-supported capital, and applicable government funding programs to support its financing and grant initiatives.

Financing may be available from as low as 2% interest rate, subject to eligibility, approval, and applicable terms.

By bringing together different sources of financial support, our approach is designed to connect eligible businesses, entrepreneurs, individuals, and community-focused organizations with funding opportunities suited to their needs and objectives.

Private Philanthropy and Donor Support

Private philanthropic contributions can provide financial resources for initiatives that support entrepreneurship, education, economic advancement, community development, and other eligible objectives.

Support from individual donors and philanthropic contributors helps strengthen the resources available for programs aligned with their respective purposes and eligibility requirements. Donated grant funds are distinct from repayable loan capital: a grant is generally non-repayable when its program conditions are satisfied, while loan capital is advanced subject to repayment terms.

Investment Earnings and Capital Stewardship

Investment-related earnings form another component of Equinox Global Grants' funding structure.

Income generated through investment activities may contribute to the financial resources used to support eligible programs and financing initiatives, subject to organizational policies, applicable agreements, and relevant regulatory requirements.

Responsible capital stewardship is an important part of maintaining a sustainable funding framework. Investment-related income is not a promise of investment performance or a guaranteed return.

Private Investors and Capital Partnerships

Equinox Global Grants also incorporates capital made available through private investors and financial partnerships.

Investor-supported resources may contribute to financing opportunities for eligible businesses and individuals, subject to the terms governing each funding arrangement. These relationships are intended to support a diversified funding structure and help accommodate different financing objectives.

Investor capital and grant donations are separate funding categories and are not automatically interchangeable.

Government Programs and Public Funding Resources

Government funding programs may provide additional opportunities for eligible businesses, individuals, and qualifying initiatives.

Where applicable, Equinox Global Grants may work with funding resources connected to public programs, grants, economic development initiatives, or other government-supported opportunities. Participation, available funding, and eligibility are governed by the requirements of the relevant program.

References to public funding opportunities do not mean that Equinox is a government agency or that a particular award, contract, endorsement, or public receipt has been confirmed.

HOW FUNDING IS ALLOCATED

Purpose, eligibility, resources, and review.

Allocation depends on the purpose of the funding program, applicant eligibility, available funding resources, program-specific requirements, and the applicable review and approval process.

01 / Program purpose
Understand what the opportunity is designed to support.

02 / Applicant eligibility
Review the criteria and information relevant to the pathway.

03 / Available resources
Funding capacity can vary by program and period.

04 / Decision process
Grants and repayable financing follow different approval and documentation requirements.

GRANTS VERSUS LOANS

Different structures, different responsibilities.

Review the applicable terms before relying on any funding information.

Grants

Funding that generally does not require repayment when the relevant program's conditions are satisfied. Eligibility, use-of-funds requirements, reporting, and availability still apply.

Loans

Financing that requires repayment according to agreed terms, including applicable interest and fees. Rates, term, provider, eligibility, and approval are product-specific.

Where does Equinox Global Grants obtain its funding?

The described funding structure may include private philanthropic contributions, investment-related income, private investor capital, and applicable public funding opportunities. The source and terms of a specific opportunity depend on the relevant program.

Does Equinox offer grants and loans?

The website presents both grant pathways and financing information. They are different products with different eligibility, documentation, repayment, and decision requirements.

Are grants repayable?

Grants generally do not require repayment when the relevant program conditions are satisfied. The applicable program rules control.

Are lower-interest loans available?

Some programs may make financing available at rates described as lower than other options, but rates are not guaranteed. Available pricing, fees, and terms depend on the applicable product and individual assessment.

Does submitting an application guarantee approval?

No. An inquiry or application does not guarantee eligibility, approval, funding, a rate, or a particular decision timeline.

Does Equinox receive government funding?

Government-supported opportunities may be relevant where applicable. Whether a particular public award, contract, or receipt applies must be confirmed through supporting organizational documentation.

What determines available loan rates and terms?

The applicable product, funding source, eligibility information, review process, requested purpose, repayment period, fees, and other documented terms may affect the result.

CORPORATE INFORMATION

Equinox Global Grants

Head Office
500 Park Avenue, 7th Floor
New York, NY 10022
United States

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