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Mar 23 2020 • By The Forward

‘I hope I can get through this:’

Jewish nonprofits around the country have stepped up to help those affected by the coronavirus – but perhaps none so tangibly as the country’s free loan societies, because they’re putting or keeping cash directly in people’s pockets.

Mar 19 2020 • By The New York Times

Coronavirus in New York: How to Help

This week, in response to the virus, [HFLS] modified its application process: Interest-free loans of up to $5,000 are now available to people in those areas with only one guarantor needed.

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Sep 2 2021 • By HFLS

Building Financial Bridges in a Storm

"Learn more about our work on Long Island, the impact of HFLS loans through the pandemic, and how HFLS loans can help in its aftermath."

Jun 30 2021 • By HFLS

Meet our Borrowers: Jorge

"Thankfully, the Hebrew Free Loan Society was there to help us honor our brother's wishes, and bury my brother with the dignity he deserved."

The Hebrew Free Loan Society (HFLS) fosters financial stability and opportunity among lower-income New Yorkers by providing access to safe and affordable credit in the form of interest-free loans. HFLS loans make an immediate, concrete difference in the lives of our borrowers, enabling them to invest in their education, start a business, meet emergency expenses, and more. HFLS is a non-sectarian lender; you do not have to be Jewish to receive an interest-free loan from HFLS.