Peoples Bank (MS) Awarded Coleman’s SBA 7(a) Community Bank of the Year

February 5, 2025

Bob Coleman
Founder & Publisher

Peoples Bank (MS) Awarded Coleman’s SBA 7(a) Community Bank of the Year 

Peoples Bank – MS Team Members

Peoples Bank – MS Team Members

“In the last five years, Peoples Bank has approved 2,346 small business loans, amounting to a total of $718 million. This reflects our dedication to empowering entrepreneurs and fostering economic development. Over the last decade, we’ve made 3,112 small business loans for almost $1 billion over the past five years.”

SBA 7(a)Rank $Rank #Gross Loan Approval# LoansAverage Loan Size
FY 202488102$69.6 Million102$682,283
FY 20235395$103 Million95$1,089,591
FY 20224091$119 Million91$1,331,449

“Peoples Bank, established in 1908 in Mendenhall, Mississippi, has built a legacy rooted in community service and a commitment to treating others the way we would like to be treated. Over the years, this commitment has extended beyond the local community, growing Peoples Bank into a trusted partner for small businesses across the country. 

“As a certified CDFI and a leader in SBA lending, we are passionate about fostering economic development and empowering communities through innovative financial solutions.”

Peoples Bank – MS Team Members

Peoples Bank – MS Team Members