June 5, 2026 Stories and Data

June 5, 2026 Stories

People Inc. provides disaster relief services to SW Virginia after Hurricane Helene
People Incorporated’s dislocated worker program is dedicated to supporting those who have found themselves unemployed due to no fault of their own, including individuals who have lost employment as a direct result of Hurricane Helene. The program offers comprehensive job coaching and job search assistance to help individuals re-enter the workforce in our Southwest Virginia and New River Valley service areas. Financial assistance is also available for training and necessary materials.
“Bouncing Forward” from Disasters on Hawaiʻi’s Big Island
Following the 2018 Kīlauea eruption, Hawaiʻi Community Lending developed an emergency lending program offering unsecured loans of up to $50,000 at 4% fixed interest.
PathStone: Supporting Puerto Rico’s Recovery
The recent hurricane to come ashore on the Island, Maria, has done untold damage to housing, businesses, to community infrastructure and to people. Maria, as we know, followed soon after Hurricane Irma, totally devastating an Island already weakened by Irma.
GO Zone Story: Houston Food Bank
Learn how the NMTC Program has helped the Houston Food Bank improve its operations in serving 137,000 people every week.

Map of June 5, 2026 CDFI Branches and Stories

Thank you to our partners at Inclusive and CDBA for sharing data on CDFI Bank and CDFI Credit Union branch locations. In addition, about 100 of our CDFI Stories come from OFN’s story database.

June 5, 2026 Investment Map

CDFI Investment Map

Mapped CDFI investment data (2005-2023), via the CDFI Coalition's partnership with CDFI Friendly America.

CDFI Advocacy App

Want more state data? Check out CDFI Friendly America's mobile-friendly CDFI Advocacy App for impacts from 2005-2023.

June 5, 2026 Fact Sheet

CDFIs help make our world a better place.

Jeffry R. Brown, , Edina, MN

CDFIs are essential for the economic vitality of rural communities like the ones we serve in Western North Carolina. The CDFI Fund represents an extremely effective and high-return investment.

Matthew Raker, Mountain BizWorks, Asheville, NC

At Prestamos, we support CDFIs because they are a lifeline for underserved communities, providing access to capital and technical assistance where traditional financial institutions often fall short. CDFI funding enables us to offer flexible, culturally competent lending and support services that help small businesses grow, create jobs, and build generational wealth. Without CDFIs, too many communities would be left behind in our economic recovery and growth. We are proud to be part of the solution that bridges this equity gap.

Amber Cordoba, Prestamos CDFI, Phoenix, AZ

I support Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) because they are essential in promoting equitable economic growth and community development. At GROW SD, we see how CDFIs empower underserved populations by providing tailored financial solutions that create housing stability and sustainable businesses. Their commitment to reinvesting in local economies aligns with our mission to enhance community well-being. By supporting CDFIs, we can help build stronger, more resilient communities where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

Kristin Hofland, GROW South Dakota, Sisseton, SD