The Loan Fund

09/02/2026

Furry Land Mobile Grooming of NM is among the favorite businesses in the Rio Rancho Observer's 2026 Reader's Choice! Our Rio Rancho-based client provides mobile grooming services for both dogs and cats. Vote today! 🗳🐈🐕

08/25/2026

We are accepting resumes for an Accounting Manager! Growth position. Excellent benefits. Work with a great crew. Please share! https://loanfund.org/job-posting/accounting-manager/

08/20/2026

Two CDFIs. One deal. A better borrower experience—and more capital reaching New Mexico businesses.🏆 Loan Officer Patty Ruiz-Pinon and The Loan Fund’s Director of Lending David Hicks presented to the WESST Board of Directors on Wednesday a joint loan between The Loan Fund and WESST to fund New Mexico's newest French-Asian fusion bakery franchise, Tous les Jours ABQ.

The approach was simple: Bring our respective Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) expertise to the table, streamline the borrowing process, and collaborate to make the financing possible:

🤝 Pool expertise — One authorized data room, two experienced underwriting shops, no duplication of borrower burden.
⚖️ Distribute risk — Companion loans right-size the exposure each CDFI carries on its balance sheet.
💰Unlock capital — New Mexico Economic Development Department Collateral Assistance Program turns collateral gaps into fundable deals.

This is a replicable model for New Mexico — more referrals, more companion deals, more capital reaching main-street businesses that neither of us could serve alone.

Thank you to Lindsey Kay and the WESST team for the invitation and the partnership. 🎉

08/17/2026

Congrats to Sharon Ulibarri, owner of H & I Insurance LLC in Rio Communities outside of as she continues to grow her business. 🎉

We’re proud to support New Mexico entrepreneurs as they continue to pursue opportunities. Thank you for making us your finance partner! https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100076337821694

Honesty & Integrity~simple statement summarizing the way Sheri runs her Independent Insurance Agency

08/14/2026

The 2004 Freightliner M-Line 4.6L Diesel food truck is now at J & J Auctioneers and will be auctioned on September 19-20.

✨ Features include:
🚪 Front & rear entry doors + convenient pickup window (54”)
🍳 4-burner stove with oven & 7’ hood system
🍟 Commercial fryer (40 #) with baskets
🍲 Sheet pans, pots & more cooking equipment
🥬 Refrigerated prep table (36”)
❄️Upright glass-door refrigeration unit and Heated holding cabinet with clear door
🧼 3-compartment sink + dedicated hand-washing sink
🧰 Plenty of counter space & storage

Whether you're dreaming of tacos, burgers, BBQ, breakfast, catering, or your next food business adventure, this truck is ready to help turn that idea into reality! 🌮🍔🔥

This is a fully loaded, built for business unit that is ready for its next chapter. Please look online at auctions.jandjauction.com for more information.

08/12/2026

For more than five decades, The Counseling Center in has provided mental and behavioral health services in Lincoln and Otero counties. Founded in 1971, the nonprofit is one of the oldest service providers in Southern New Mexico, and helps individuals and families navigate some of life’s toughest obstacles. Read more:

For more than five decades, The Counseling Center in Alamogordo has provided mental and behavioral health services in Lincoln and Otero counties. Founded in 1971, the nonprofit is one of the oldest…

08/11/2026

Juan Zambrano transformó South Auto Repair, que comenzó como un taller de una sola bahía, en un negocio en crecimiento que presta servicios a vehículos comerciales en Santa Fe. Gracias al trabajo duro, la perseverancia y el acceso a capital, Juan amplió sus instalaciones a un taller de tres bahías y sigue construyendo un futuro más sólido para su empresa. Lea más: https://tinyurl.com/32zmbutf

(Busca el 🌐 icono en el lado izquierdo para traducir del inglés al español.)

08/05/2026

Interested in creating or growing your outdoor recreation business? The NM Outdoor Recreation Division has a free growth accelerator program for you. https://tinyurl.com/5xhb2p52

The ActivatOR Outdoor Recreation Growth Accelerator program is aimed at businesses ranging from startups to established companies.

08/04/2026

Klarissa and Christopher McKay almost gave up on building their retirement business when they couldn't find a lender who could meet their needs. Now nearly all the spaces in the Hacienda de las Flores RV Park in Belen have consistently been booked since opening in October 2024.