2026 · Alternative finance’s new independent certification

Funder certification for alternative commercial finance.

Distinguish your company, build trust with merchants and brokers, and get recognized for taking action against backdooring and data theft.

Secure Funder™ Certified 2026
Niche Capital Big Think Capital Converge Commerce Kalamata Capital Greenbridge Clara Capital CapFront Oval Fordham Capital United Capital Source BriteCap Qualifi BizFuel Capital Flatrock

Our Mission

Secure Funder recognizes companies taking steps to prevent backdooring and data theft in alternative finance, making it harder for bad actors to blend in and strengthening trust and accountability in an industry small businesses depend on.

Who can participate

  • Revenue-based
  • Asset-based
  • Equipment finance
  • Factoring
  • Non-bank capital

Eligibility

  • Registered with Secretary of State
  • Company website
  • Evidence of technical requirements

Next steps

  1. 01JoinPortal access, member #, directory listing.
  2. 02VerifySelf-service or with our help, at your pace.
  3. 03CertifyDigital badge, public announcements.

Membership

$2,499 USD/year · monthly available

  • Independent review of safeguards
  • Member support and guidance
  • Assessment report
  • Digital badge
  • Directory listing
  • Public announcements
  • Industry and state compliance updates
  • Participate in program development
  • Distinguish your company

Join today. Change tomorrow.

Moving the industry forward.

New

Compliance Center

Available to the public.

Government building

State-level registration, licensing, disclosure, and conduct requirements.

Open

Leadership

Christina Duncan
Data theft is an industry-wide problem. Progress starts with doing something about it.
Christina Duncan, Program Director

Stay informed

Program updates, certification news, security tips, and educational content.