February 28, 2017 Stories and Data

February 28, 2017 Stories

Built to Scale: Designing a Business with Scale in Mind
St. John Manor
Catonsville CO-OP brings together food, community, and local businesses
A Grand Opening Like No Other

February 28, 2017 Fact Sheet

Testimonials

Native CDFIs are crucial to provide the financing, investment and literacy services to improve economic and social conditions in Native communities where inadequate or non-existent mainstream financial services are commonplace. We are seeing the positive impacts of Native CDFIs across Alaska and Indian country through increased homeownership, profitable Native-owned small businesses and community improvement projects. Supporting Native CDFIs will build stronger, more resilient communities and better the economy for the nation.

-Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK)

The work we do in underbanked and underserved Rural Appalachia is important to bring our constituents forward.

-James Caudill, Redbud Financial Alternatives, Inc., Hazard, KY

Supporting Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) is crucial for economic growth and access to capital in underserved areas. CDFIs provide essential financial services, stimulating local economies by offering affordable loans to small businesses and nonprofits. Increased funding for CDFIs ensures expanded outreach and impact, promoting economic stability and development. Enhanced budgetary support for CDFIs is a strategic investment that benefits the nation’s economic infrastructure.

-T. Jay Diallo, First Community Capital, Inc., Riverside, CA

Map of February 28, 2017 CDFI Branches and Stories