Small Business Stories and Data

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Testimonials

CDFIs are very good stewards of federal dollars, both in terms of leveraging other resources and by making loans and investments with great repayment history.

-Suzanne Anarde-Devenport, Rural Community Assistance Corporation (RCAC), West Sacramento, CA

CDFIs are a vital source of capital for the small and micro businesses in our communities, businesses that typically aren’t at the scale to be served by the large banks. They create jobs, generate taxes and keep our communities and economy vibrant and strong.

-Nicki Parr, WEV, Santa Barbara, CA

CDFIs provide critical support that empowers communities to thrive. These financial institutions provide capital that leverages expertise and best practices from the financial services and business sectors to put capital to work in communities across the nation.

-Kavita Raman, KRG Consulting, San Francisco, Ca