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Equipment Financing for Daycare Centers

Replace cribs, playground surfacing, kitchen gear or a van without draining operating cash. 5-minute application and no tax returns required.

Finance My Equipment

Daycare Equipment Financing

Safe, compliant gear without a cash crunch

When equipment ages out or fails an inspection, you need it replaced on a deadline. Equipment financing spreads the cost so payroll and supplies stay covered.

As fast as
24 hours

Amount to request

$85,000.00

Funding range$25K to $5M

*Sample amounts shown. Your actual offer depends on your business and is reviewed before approval.

Equipment funding built for child care

Fast review, short checklist

A 5-minute application plus about three months of statements. Funding in as little as 24 hours for qualified centers.

More than a credit score

FICO 500+ considered. We start with a soft pull and look closely at your tuition deposits.

Full cost visible up front

Your offer shows the total repayment amount before you accept, with no surprise costs after signing.

Payments set out in advance

The repayment schedule is spelled out in your offer, so you know what each payment looks like from the start.

Need capital this week?

Fast decisions. Applying takes about 5 minutes.

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How it works

Apply in minutes

A short application. A soft credit pull to start.

Fast decision

We review revenue, time in business and bank activity, not just a credit score.

Review your offer

You see the amount, the schedule and the full repayment amount before you sign.

Get funded

Funding in as little as 24 hours for qualified businesses.

Equipment is part of the license to operate

In child care, a lot of equipment is not optional. Cribs must meet safety standards, outdoor play areas need proper surfacing, and kitchens have to keep food at the right temperature. When something ages out or fails an inspection, you need to replace it on a deadline, not when the budget happens to allow.

Equipment financing spreads the cost of that purchase so you are not draining your operating cash all at once. That keeps money available for payroll, food and the other bills that arrive every week.

What daycare owners finance

AreaTypical items
ClassroomsCribs, cots, child-sized furniture, learning stations
OutdoorPlay structures, safety surfacing, shade sails, fencing
KitchenCommercial refrigerator, dishwasher, range
TransportPassenger van for field trips or school pickup
SecurityKeypad entry, cameras, check-in tablets

If a piece of gear breaks without warning, our daycare equipment repair funding page covers faster fixes.

How we review an equipment request

Start with the 5-minute application. We begin with a soft credit pull, consider FICO 500+, and review about three months of business bank statements. No tax returns are required. It also helps to have a quote or invoice for the equipment, so the amount you request matches what you are buying.

We work with established centers that show steady deposits. Sole proprietors and in-home providers with a business account can apply.

When another product fits better

Equipment financing is tied to a specific purchase. If you are opening a new room and need furniture, staff and marketing all at once, working capital for daycare may cover more of the project. Growing to a second site? See daycare expansion funding. Not sure your file is ready? Read how daycares qualify.

Read the offer against the asset

A good rule: the equipment should keep earning or protecting revenue for longer than you are paying for it. Your offer lists the full repayment amount and schedule before you accept, so you can check that. When the numbers make sense, apply online.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I finance a used passenger van for my daycare?

Vans are a common request. Share the details in your application, and we will review it alongside your bank statements.

Do I need a vendor quote before applying?

It is not required to start, but a quote helps us size the request to the actual purchase.

Is equipment financing available with fair credit?

FICO 500+ is considered, and we start with a soft pull. Steady deposits weigh heavily in the decision.

How fast can I get the equipment funded?

Funding can arrive in as little as 24 hours for qualified businesses.

What is the most I can finance?

Our funding ranges from $25,000 to $5,000,000. The amount for your center depends mainly on deposits and existing obligations.

Should I repair or replace aging equipment?

Compare the repair cost with how long the item will realistically last afterward. If a play structure or refrigerator keeps failing, replacing it may protect enrollment and inspections better than another patch. Either way, check that the payment fits your slowest month.

Play structure $48,000.00
Passenger van $56,000.00
Kitchen refrigerator $9,800.00
Security cameras $13,500.00

Example uses for illustration only.

How to improve your chances

A little preparation helps an equipment request move smoothly.

  • Get a written quote for the equipment you need
  • Keep deposits steady in your business account
  • Avoid new obligations right before applying
  • Match the request amount to the actual purchase

Equipment financing: us vs. a bank

Merchant Fund Express
Traditional bank loans
Documents
About 3 months of statements
Tax returns and financials
Credit
FICO 500+ considered
Strong credit usually expected
First credit check
Soft pull
Hard pull is common
Timeline
As little as 24 hours if qualified
Often several weeks
Application
About 5 minutes
Long forms and appointments

Get the equipment your kids and staff need

One secure application. A soft credit pull to start. No obligation to accept an offer.

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