Leaders from the Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) industry, along with investors, philanthropic supporters, government agencies, and other partners recently came together in the spirit of collaboration for the CDFI Small Business Recovery Fund Summit in Atlanta, GA. The conference – co-hosted by The Generation Foundation, Calvert Impact Capital, and Community Reinvestment Fund, USA (CRF) […]
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Community Reinvestment Fund, USA Announces CEO Transition
MINNEAPOLIS – July 5, 2022 – Community Reinvestment Fund, USA (CRF), a national, non-profit Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) with a mission to improve lives and strengthen communities through innovative financial solutions announced that Frank Altman will retire as chief executive officer of CRF after co-founding the organization and providing more than 35 years of […]
Catalyst Coalition Organizations Co-Author MinnPost Article
This MinnPost article about the Minnesota Inclusive Growth Fund is co-authored by representatives from each organization of the Catalyst Coalition, the consortium of nonprofit lenders that collectively launched MIGF. Read the article now.
North News Features the Minnesota Inclusive Growth Fund
In April 2022, North News – a grassroots print and digital community news source in North Minneapolis – featured an article about the Minnesota Inclusive Growth Fund in their print publication. Read the article now.
Motor City Contractor Fund, Which Aims to Support Contractor Ecosystem and Grow Capacity in Detroit, Launches $10 Million Pilot Program Today
DETROIT, March 22, 2022 – The Rocket Community Fund, Community Reinvestment Fund, USA (CRF), Invest Detroit and Barton Malow Builders today announced the launch of the Motor City Contractor Fund pilot program, which will remove barriers for and provide 20 Detroit-based contractors with a suite of services to grow their capacity and succeed in the increasingly competitive local marketplace. The $10 million […]
Minnesota Women’s Press Features the Minnesota Inclusive Growth Fund
In March 2022, Minnesota Women’s Press – a Twin Cities-based publication and one of the longest continuously run feminist platforms in the U.S – featured a story about the Minnesota Inclusive Growth Fund. Read the article now.
Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal Highlights the Minnesota Inclusive Growth Fund
In March 2022, Minnesota Women’s Press – a Twin Cities-based publication and one of the longest continuously run feminist platforms in the U.S – featured a story about the Minnesota Inclusive Growth Fund. Read the article now.
Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal Names Anisha Murphy 2022 Women In Business Honoree
The Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal released its first round of 2022 Women In Business Honorees this week and we are thrilled to announce that CRF’s Director of Community Advancement Anisha Murphy was included. Top female business and community leaders are selected for this award based on their outstanding professional achievements, leadership qualities and contributions to […]
Minnesota Nonprofits Launch Minnesota Inclusive Growth Fund
Small businesses can apply now for loans, access resources to help recovery MINNEAPOLIS – Mar. 3, 2022 – Minnesota small businesses can now apply for low interest financing of up to $200,000 from the Minnesota Inclusive Growth Fund (MIGF). The Fund is designed to increase access to flexible and affordable capital and small business support services for […]
