THE SAINT LOUIS JEWISH LOAN SOCIETY
Providing Interest-Free Loans
When you lend money to My people, ... , do not act toward him as a creditor; do not lay interest upon him. Exodus 22:24
R’Abba said in the name of R’Shimon ben Lakish: A lender is greater than one who gives charity, and one who puts [working capital] in the pocket is more [outstanding] than them all. Shabbos 63a
LOAN PROGRAMS
WE PROVIDE
INTEREST-FREE LOANS
Our interest-free and fee-free loans are available to those experiencing financial constraints due to unexpected expenses, emergencies, or other financial situations.​ Loan amounts are based on repayment period, typically 8 to 24 months.
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OUR PROCESS IS
SIMPLE & CONFIDENTIAL
Our loan process is simple, confidential, and operated under halachic supervision. To apply for a loan, please fill out our online application or feel free to contact us with any questions you may have.
SPECIFIC NEEDS
(FOR SPECIFIC BILLS)
Our Specific Needs loans can be used for any specific need, whether the need is anticipated or completely unexpected.
MO SCHOLARS
TAX CREDIT
Our Missouri Scholars Tax Credit loans allow a borrower to participate in the Missouri private-school assistance program, which provides a dollar-for-dollar tax credit up to 50% of borrower's MO State income tax liability. Payback period corresponds to receipt of federal or state refunds.
HEALTH EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE LOAN [HEAL]
Our Health Emergency Assistance Loans can be used for any medical, dental, or other health-related need, e.g., prescriptions, office visits, second opinions, medical or dental procedures, surgeries, and the like.
CREDIT CARD
PAYOFF PLAN
Our Credit Card Payoff Plan loans allow a borrower to pay off existing credit card debt, ending the often punitive monthly interest charges accruing on existing credit card debt.
WHO WE ARE & WHAT WE DO
The St Louis Jewish Loan Society is a Missouri nonprofit corporation recognized by the Internal Revenue Service as a public charity under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. We provide interest-free loans to qualified applicants who cannot obtain traditional financing. We believe everyone deserves access to financial stability and the opportunity to build a better future for themselves and their families.
We are community-funded gamach serving the Greater St Louis kehilla. We strive to provide loans to all qualified applicants, understanding that our loan parameters, such as loan amounts and payback periods, are based on available and projected working capital. Loan applications are processed on a first-come, first-served basis.
We are here to help. If your particular financial needs fall outside of one of our Loan Programs, please let us know your specific financial goals so we can determine if, and to what extent, we are able to assist you. We are a community-based chesed organization and endeavor to be flexible.
All information you share with us will be confidential and treated with respect.
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We are happy to answer any questions you may have by contacting us at info@stljewishloans.org.
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CONTACT US
OUR ADDRESS
The Saint Louis Jewish Loan Society
700 North and South Road
St Louis, MO 63130
Email: info@stljewishloans.org
Tel: (314) 441 -6785