California Coastal Rural Development Corporation

Founded in 1982, the California Coastal Rural Development Corporation (Cal Coastal) is a private, non-profit entity certified by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) as a Certified Development Company (CDC). Its core mission is to promote economic development and create jobs by providing accessible financing and expert support to small businesses and agricultural enterprises. The corporation specializes in administering various loan programs, including SBA 504 loans, microloans, and direct farm loans, primarily serving communities in Monterey, San Benito, and Santa Cruz counties.