DULUTH, MN (KDAL) - The Northland Foundation's Business Finance Program has introduced a new loan tool to help businesses in the region.  The "Quick Turn" Equipment Loan enables the foundation to partner with banks and other financial institutions to lend capital for the purchase of up to 300 thousand dollars in equipment.  The Northland Foundation staff can approve the loans in just 3 to 5 days after getting a credit presentation from the partnering bank.  For more information, contact your business banker or John Elden at the Northland Foundation 218-723-4040.