African American Alliance of CDFI CEOs

Alliance member Ron Brooks from River City Capital Investment is providing forgivable small business loans to participants through the GROWWTH program, which aims to support low-income families in Memphis by offering workforce readiness training and financial assistance for entrepreneurship. We are always excited to share the powerful impact our Alliance members continue to make in transforming and uplifting our communities! To learn more information about GROWWTH, visit https://shorturl.at/LdM22. #CDFIs #EconomicDevelopment

?? We’re excited to share our partnership with Mastercard Strive that will support our Environment and Climate Technical Assistance Program to provide Alliance members with valuable resources, training, and tools to enhance their provision of green lending and development services. ? To learn more, visit https://shorturl.at/AE6WF. #EconomicDevelopment #SmallBusinesses

Black Money: A Conversation with Michael McKinney of PBC Join the Alliance's Justin Minott for a powerful conversation with Michael McKinney, CEO of Piedmont Business Capital, about furthering economic liberation in the Black community.

Black Money: A Conversation with Lori R. Gay from NHS LA County Join the Alliance's Justin Minott for a powerful conversation with Lori R. Gay, President & CEO of Neighborhood Housing Services LA County, about furthering economic liberation in the Black community.

Our 2024 Annual Conference in Chicago was a powerful gathering of leaders and changemakers driving racial economic justice! From inspiring sessions to impactful connections, the energy was unforgettable. ?? Watch our recap video below to see how we’re amplifying the voices of Black-led CDFIs and making strides toward economic equity. Looking ahead to our 2025 Annual Conference in Charleston, SC, we’re inviting funders and vendors to join us! Want to sponsor or showcase your services? Reach out to Eleanor Reid at [email protected]. #CDFIs #EconomicJustice

Often times, bank mergers can bring uncertainity and a shrinkage of support to local communities. This was not the case when US Bank acquired Union Bank. U.S. Bank and US Bancorp Impact Finance have become an even stronger partner to CDFIs, the small business community, and regions like central California. What started as an introduction and grant through African-American Alliance of CDFI CEOs, has blossomed to US Bank become one our biggest investors in our revolving loan fund along with general operating support grants which are critical for our work. Thank You US Bank for investing in our organization, our region, and our community! Terrance Green Jimmie Howlett Phillip Sangokoya Ashley Abenoja-Bocek Rockette Richardson Ewell

Black Money: A Conversation with Lindora Baker from Xtreme Measures Women Business Center Join the Alliance's Justin Minott for a powerful conversation with Lindora Baker, President of Xtreme Measures Women Business Center, about furthering economic liberation in the Black community.

Today, on National Entrepreneurs Day, we celebrate the bold leaders, innovators, and catalysts who drive progress, increase access to capital and empower communities?? We honor Black-led CDFI CEOs and entrepreneurs making a difference today and inspiring tomorrow. #Entrepreneurship #CDFIs

This Wednesday, our CEO Lenwood V Long Sr, will be joining the AEO (Association for Enterprise Opportunity) to speak on sustainability and inclusion for small businesses. We are honored to share insights into the work we do at The Alliance, its importance, and the meaningful impact our members have on communities across the nation.

?? Last chance to cast your vote! We need your help getting our session "Beyond the buzz: Keeping racial equity at the heart of finance" selected for the 2025 Just Economy Conference hosted by the National Community Reinvestment Coalition - NCRC! ??? Cast your vote: https://shorturl.at/MCJ3u.