Projects and Programs

The Hoosier Equipment Lease Purchase (HELP) Program assists local units of government in acquiring essential items of equipment through a standardized and streamlined lease-purchase process.  Since 1991, the HELP Program has assisted over 200 communities in obtaining various items of equipment worth over $220 million.

Five Reasons Why Local Units of Government Choose HELP:

1. Unique Legal Benefits: HELP is the only program that eliminates the legal requirement to bid the financing
2. Banks Compete for Lowest Rate: IBB has pool of participating lenders competing to submit lowest all-in bid
3. Access to Financing: Local units have access to banks they might not otherwise have, based on their size, geography and relationships
4. 35+ Years of Indiana-Based Experience: IBB provides hands-on technical assistance from application to closing
5. Public Sector-Friendly Lease Terms: IBB works with its participating lenders to ensure no surprise lease terms