Banking/Loans

Your Business in Brown County

Brown County has banks of various sizes to meet your needs, whether you want the personal attention of a smaller institution or the broad-reaching access of large ones. Even with the bigger banks, personal service offers a welcoming, positive experience.

The Peoples State Bank
41 S. Hawthorne Drive
Nashville, IN 47448
812-988-6633

PNC Bank
37 W. Main Street
Nashville, IN 47448
812-988-5430

Fifth/Third Bank
100 Commercial Street
Nashville, IN 47448
812-988-2241

First Merchants Bank
189 Commercial Street
Nashville, IN 47448
812-988-1200

While each of these banks offer loan services, the Small Business Administration offers advice to entrepreneurs seeking financial assistance. The district office that serves Brown County is at:

Indiana District Office
8500 Keystone Crossing, Suite 400
Indianapolis, IN
317-226-7272

SBA’s district offices are responsible for the delivery of SBA’s many programs and services throughout the country. Services available include:

  • Free counseling, advice and information on starting a business through the Service Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE).
  • Financial assistance for new or existing businesses through guaranteed loans made by area bank and non-bank lenders.
  • Free consulting services through the network of Small Business Development Centers. SBDCs also conduct training events throughout the district — some require a nominal registration fee.
  • Assistance to businesses owned and controlled by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals through the Minority Enterprise Development Program.
  • Women’s Business Ownership Representatives are available to advise women business owners.
  • Special loan programs are available for businesses involved in international trade.
  • Guaranteed loans are available for credit-worthy veterans.