Are CDFIs regulated?

CDFI banks are federally insured and regulated depository institutions with a primary mission of community development.

Are CDFIs good?

A research report conducted for the CDFI Fund’s Office of Financial Strategies and Financial Research found that CDFI banks and credit unions “have no more risk of financial failure than mainstream financial institutions.” It also found that, despite serving predominantly low-income markets, CDFI banks and credit …

What do CDFIs do?

Community development financial institutions (CDFIs) are lenders with a mission to provide fair, responsible financing to rural, urban, Native, and other communities that mainstream finance doesn’t traditionally reach.

How are CDFIs funded?

CDFIs raise capital from institutions (banks, non-bank financial institutions (i.e., insurance companies), government, religious institutions, foundations, non-financial corporations), and from individuals. Approximately 8,000-10,000 institutions invest in community development finance in one way or another.

What is the difference between a bank and a CDFI?

CDFIs strive to deliver responsible and affordable lending to financially disadvantaged communities across the country. In contrast, traditional banks are focused only on generating profits to satisfy their shareholders’ expectations.

Are CDFIs banks?

What are CDFIs? Community development financial institutions, or CDFIs, are primarily banks and credit unions that focus on serving people in low-income communities that have historically been locked out of the financial system.

How many CDFIs are there?

There are over 950 CDFIs certified by the CDFI Fund. CDFIs operate in every state and the District of Columbia, serving both rural and urban communities.

What are the benefits of being a CDFI?

Benefits of the CDFI Program

• Access to additional training resources.
• Exemption from the NCUA’s member business lending cap.
• Membership in a learning community of like-minded credit unions to share ideas.
• Limited exemptions under the CFPB Qualified Mortgage and Ability-to-Pay rules.

Do Cdfi still have PPP money?

None of the Community Development Financial Institutions in this CDFI PPP lenders list are accepting PPP loan applications anymore. The government is no longer funding the program.

What is a CDFI certified community development financial institution?

OVERVIEW Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) Certification is a designation given by the CDFI Fund to specialized organizations that provide financial services in low-income communities and to people who lack access to financing.

How do I apply for CDFI certification?

To apply for CDFI Certification, your organization must submit an application to the CDFI Fund for review. The CDFI Certification Application must demonstrate that the applicant meets each of the following requirements: Is a non-government entity and not under the control of any government entity (Tribal governments excluded).

What is the difference between Fresno CDFI and access plus capital?

CDF provides individual counseling, group education, and home buyer and homeowner loans. Access Plus Capital (formerly Fresno CDFI) is a mission-driven small business loan fund. Our mission is to grow businesses and jobs in underserved communities.

How do I update my information on the CDFI locator?

If you are an OFN member and need to update your information on the CDFI Locator*, please email Dom Swain at [email protected] *The CDFI Locator member information is updated regularly.