As the Commonwealth's economic development and finance agency, MassDevelopment is committed to achieving three goals: stimulating business, driving economic growth, and helping communities thrive across Massachusetts. Through the Charter School Loan Guarantee Fund, MassDevelopment helps charter schools obtain financing for the acquisition, construction, and/or renovation of school facilities. Under the Program, MassDevelopment issues guarantees on behalf of charter schools on a portion of a loan or bond to improve, purchase or construct its school facilities. A guarantee allows the lender to provide a higher amount of financing and better interest rates than would be allowed under their credit guidelines.