NewsCDFI Locator Sees 336% Increase in Traffic Amid PandemicThe CDFI Locator (Locator) is a valuable resource for finding CDFIs that can fulfill a wide range of specific needs for people and communities… June 9, 2020
VoicesCDFIs–Bringing about a New Season in AmericaYesterday, we buried George Floyd. In the tradition of the black church, mourners found the strength to sing, to praise, and to… June 5, 2020
NewsHouse Endorses $1 Billion for CDFI Fund Grants; 37 Senators Also Signal SupportUpdated May 15, 2020 On May 15, the House of Representatives passed the HEROES (Health and Economic Recovery Omnibus Emergency Solutions) Act… May 13, 2020
Events, NewsSave the Date—2020 Small Business Finance Forum: Virtual Edition!This year, the Small Business Finance Forum takes place during a global pandemic. CDFIs—America’s financial first responders—are working tirelessly to provide COVID-19 relief… May 5, 2020
EventsRegister for Mission Investors Exchange 2020 National ConferenceAmplifying Impact, the Mission Investors Exchange (MIE) 2020 National Conference is one of the most anticipated events for impact investors in philanthropy, offering… April 22, 2020
NewsWall Street Journal Article Highlights Barriers to CDFI Paycheck Protection Program AccessIn an article published April 14 by The Wall Street Journal, reporter Amara Omeokwe highlighted the important role community lenders play in ensuring SBA Paycheck Protection Program… April 14, 2020
NewsThe New York Times: OFN Advocates for More CDFI Participation in PPPIn the best of times, many black-owned business owners across the U.S. struggle to obtain bank financing to start or grow their… April 13, 2020
NewsImpactAlpha: Community Banks Bridging Racial Gaps in COVID-19 RecoveryOn April 9, impact investing news outlet ImpactAlpha published an article highlighting community development financial institutions (CDFIs) as “financial first responders” for small businesses most impacted… April 9, 2020
NewsGoldman Sachs CEO Talks CDFI Partnership on CBS This MorningOn April 9, Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon spoke with Gayle King on “CBS This Morning” about partnering with CDFIs on the new CARES… April 9, 2020
