We've spoken to many people who have been instantly rejected by mainstream credit providers because of their credit score.

#CDFIs & #creditunions are often able to look beyond this, taking the time to better understand people's circumstances and needs.

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'Lack of finance is the single largest inhibitor of business expansion & affects those from disadvantaged backgrounds & female-owned businesses disproportionately.'

Great to see Jo Gideon MP & Bank on Dave championing #creditunions , #CDFIs & community banking.

#FairBankingForAll

I am honored to share that the Economic Justice Fund was awarded a Small Dollar Loan Program grant by the The CDFI Fund. The award will be utilized to scale our innovative Equitable Opportunity Loan and provide free credit-building services. #CDFI #CDFI s

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The Government Accountability Office recently published a study suggesting CDFIs and MDIs need more help acquiring and implementing technology to help low- and moderate-income communities; meanwhile the NCUA is opening its CDRLF grant program for 2024 to assist low-income-desi...

We're looking for someone to join us in an exciting new role as director of membership and partnerships. Find out more below 👇

#NewJob #JobAlert #CDFIs

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🌍 We recognise the impact our members have on our planet. Lendology CIC & Robert Owen Community Banking provide £ for home improvements, energy efficiency measures & bring properties back into use. Others provide £ for net zero & environmental businesses & social enterprises.
#EarthDay2024 #CDFIs

The 2023 survey asked CDFIs’ perspectives on tracking output and outcome metrics. These questions help demonstrate where CDFIs are and where they want to go with IMM and program evaluation. Check out the findings from the Richmond Fed and Opportunity Finance Network: bit.ly/3vP7DCm

#CDFIs are at the heart of community transformation, evolving with the pressing needs of the communities they serve. As climate challenges intensify, CDFIs like BlueHub Capital are pioneering to meet these evolving needs with innovative solutions. ofn.org/blog/climate-l…

Southern Bancorp Bank was among 66 CDFIs to receive funding awards from the CDFI Fund's Small Dollar Loan Program, which will further support our efforts to deter demand for predatory microlenders.

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The 2023 survey asked CDFIs’ perspectives on tracking output and outcome metrics. These questions help demonstrate where CDFIs are and where they want to go with IMM and program evaluation. Check out the findings from the Richmond Fed and Opportunity Finance Network: bit.ly/3vP7DCm

A study found women & people of color make up a growing share of new business owners, but that disparities in access to funding persist.

Let's build an economy that works for all, one where #publicbanks & #CDFIs work with worker-owners to build wealth in redlined communities.

New job 😁. Come and work with us to grow our membership and build partnerships
Remote, full time, £60-70k. Apply by 10 May.

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#NewJob #CDFIs #ResponsibleFinance

#NativeCDFIs play a vital role in extending credit to underserved Native communities. Our latest working paper provides insights on the ways in which Native CDFIs set their strategic goals, tailor their products and services, and define metrics of success: bit.ly/43GJCKa

#CDFIs are investing in innovative technologies that advance #ClimateJustice . See how CCLF's client Green Era uses technology to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and nurture green space in low and moderate-income communities in the city:

Micah Sherman No reason they couldn't. In fact, given the predilections of CDFIs and the non-profit sector I expect it's an easier sell than public bodies (which is unfortunate).

Paul | LA Multifamily I’m working on a handful of ED1 projects throughout LA with debt funds and CDFIs. Having no parking makes these deals more difficult to finance and get credit approval.

OMG YABPUDE DECRIFAR COMO VER LOS CDFIs 🤩🤩🤩😍😍😍🙈🙈

Have you seen Next City's new ebook, 'Where Small Businesses Thrive'? We're combing through it for strategies related to new forms of cooperatives, micro-business support, & the role of CDFIs in building a more inclusive small biz ecosystem -learn more:
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BTFA BTFA shout out! Indian Affairs has the Access to Capital Clearinghouse enhancing awareness, access, and utilization of federal funding for Tribal governments, enterprises, entrepreneurs, and Native CDFIs. bia.gov/atc #NativeTwitter #NativeAmerican