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Mapped CDFI investment data (2005-2023), via CDFI Friendly America.

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We are a Native CDFI serving the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians in western NC. Our work here is critical to supporting new business creation, small business growth, job creation and retention, and housing security for tribal members who have historically endured economic hardship and lack of adequate banking and capital resources. Not to be lumped in with the myriad ways government-funded projects and organizations waste tax dollars, our industry has proven itself a superior investment for the U.S. taxpayers and is one our elected officials should be proud to support.

-Russ Seagle, The Sequoyah Fund, Inc., Cherokee, NC

CDFIs help community-focused organizations access capital for traditionally underserved communities.

-Matthew Cook, Matthew Cook Consulting, Columbus, OH

CDFIs are a key component of helping our communities thrive.

-John Zmolek, Business Impact NW, Seattle, WA