National Association for Latino Community Asset Builders

As a board member of the Justice Climate Fund (JCF), NALCAB invites you to join the upcoming Compliance and Reporting webinar focused on key requirements for the JCF Clean Communities Investment Accelerator (CCIA) program. This initiative impacts organizations within the Justice Climate Fund coalition and will cover essential topics, including reporting requirements, program terms, and compliance: https://bit.ly/413IZei

Announcing the LEAD Fellowship Class of 2025-26! This dynamic group of CEOs, Executive Directors, and Presidents are embarking on a journey to learn the tools necessary to tackle challenges like systemic racism, promote equity, and drive community development in their organizations. We're excited to see where this training will take them and the impact they’ll create in their communities. Special thank you to Capital One for sponsoring this fellowship. #juntossomosmas Congratulations to the following fellows: Elizabeth Alonzo-Villarreal, NeighborWorks Laredo Silvia Castro Bennett, Suazo Business Center Omar Carrera, Canal Alliance Alda Escobar, VIVAfoundation-org Jason Estremera, MBA, CBA, Northwest Side Community Development Corporation Geremy Landin, Maestro Entrepreneur Center Carmen Lopez Murguia, Westside Housing Organization Lindsey Navarro, El Centro LA Raquel Valdez Sanchez, Business and Community Lenders (BCL)

The Pete Garcia Fellowship is designed to enhance the skills of emerging Latino leaders to drive impactful change in their organizations, strengthen their leadership capabilities, and expand their professional networks in the community economic development field. Program benefits include: advanced leadership training, one-on-one mentorship, and a dedicated network of professionals focused on community development. Applications are now open. Visit: https://bit.ly/4euYNKh Applications for the 2025 cohort are now open. We will host an informational webinar covering program details and offer a live Q&A on January 14. Register here: https://bit.ly/4969dyP

A warm welcome to our new member, ICON CDC. For over 20 years, the organization has served small business owners and entrepreneurs in their journey to success by operating the City of Los Angeles BusinessSource Center (LABSC) which provides free services to promote economic development, job creation, and financial literacy. Learn more about their work: https://bit.ly/48yszwg

Just announced! 42 of NALCAB’s member organizations were awarded over $30 million from the U.S. Department of the Treasury's CDFI Fund to empower Latino communities across rural and urban areas! This milestone reflects the success of NALCAB’s CDFI Certification Program (CCP) and the unwavering support from partners like Citi Foundation, whose contribution has been instrumental in building nonprofit capacity and breaking barriers to equitable access to capital. A big thank you to Citi Foundation for all their support. #juntossomosmas

A new blog co-authored by NALCAB President & CEO Marla Bilonick and RWJF's Impact Investment Officer Zoila Jennings explores how impact investing can drive economic growth in Latino communities. By strengthening neighborhood assets—like financing and credit services—and supporting Latino-led organizations, we play a vital role in helping communities thrive. Of the 1,400+ CDFIs in the US, fewer than 200 are Latino-led or focused on serving Latino communities—a gap that needs our attention. Discover how impact investments can break down economic barriers, paving the way for small business ownership, affordable housing, and financial stability: https://bit.ly/3UZPgnC

NALCAB President & CEO Marla Bilonick, along with LatinoProsperity, met with Governor Adriana Kugler of the Federal Reserve Board of Governors, to explore ways to strengthen the Federal Reserve's connection to Latino communities. The meeting covered topics like closing the Latino wealth gap, amplifying local leaders' voices, and promoting economic mobility for Latino families. NALCAB is committed to ensuring policies empower the communities we serve. Thank you, Governor Kugler, for your leadership and dedication to equity! #juntossomosmas

What an incredible celebration of 30 years of the Community Development Financial Institutions Fund (CDFI Fund) today at the U.S. Department of the Treasury . The impact that CDFIs have had on community economic growth cannot be understated…and we’re just getting started! Beaming with pride to see some of my former clients and newer Latino Economic Development Center (LEDC) clients featured on an excellent panel pictured here. Shout out to NALCAB Board Member, Emi Reyes on her tireless commitment being featured prominently at the event. Proud to represent National Association for Latino Community Asset Builders, National Alliance of Latino CDFI Executives - NALCE and our Latino-led & serving CDFIs here. LOS HERMANOS INC way to gooooo, hermanos! Que gusto verles hoy! ??

NALCAB Member Spotlight: The Latino Support Network Inc. advocates for Latino communities to have affordable housing in Lynn and provides pathways to increase home ownership. Their mission is to provide resources and services and serve as a connector to support the integration process of Latino and other immigrant communities in the United States. Learn more about their work: https://bit.ly/3AeaK9i

We are THANKFUL ?? Our NALCAB team came together—in San Antonio, DC, and virtually—for a Thanksgiving potluck to celebrate community and connection. We're grateful for our team's dedication to the work we do and the amazing people we have the privilege to serve every day! #juntossomosmas