Larger investments for longer terms offer our borrowers the greatest flexibility. Investors may designate the term of their investment, the interest rate and schedule of repayment. BCF investors may be eligible for a Vermont tax credit. A Vermont Community Loan Fund Investment is not insured, however, VCLF has a spotless record of returning principal, intact, upon loan maturity. Contributions Gifts to VCLF or either of its loan funds are tax deductible.
Some supporters pledge cash, others offer stock, while others use a credit card.
These contributions not only support the technical assistance so vital to our borrowers, they also show our investors the wide range of support we enjoy across Vermont. Contributions often leverage large investments of gift capital from private investors.