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Community investment in small business is taking up the slack where bank loans and venture capital funds have largely dried up with recession economics. CNN Money Small Business brings these inspiring stories of entrepreneurs who found ways of leveraging financing from loyal customers and members of the community to not only drive sales but in some cases pay bills, make capital improvements, help with startup and even bring beloved small businesses back from the brink. If you're wondering about financing, why not look to your community to see what they have to offer. They may even become investors to keep a favorite business thriving.