Opportunity Finance Network
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OFN is a national network of community development financial institutions (#CDFIs). Where others see risk, CDFIs see opportunity.
“I believe the only way to predict the future we want... is to create it,” said OFN's President & CEO Harold Pettigrew at #OFN41. Learn more about #OFN41 and read the recap: https://www.ofn.org/blog/ofn41-charting-opportunity-next/ #CDFIs #OpportunityNext #OFN41 #CommunityFinance
OFN41: Charting Opportunity Next
This past October, 2,100+ community finance leaders gathered in Washington, D.C. at OFN's 41st annual conference.
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November 10, 2025 at 8:20 PM
“I believe the only way to predict the future we want... is to create it,” said OFN's President & CEO Harold Pettigrew at #OFN41. Learn more about #OFN41 and read the recap: https://www.ofn.org/blog/ofn41-charting-opportunity-next/ #CDFIs #OpportunityNext #OFN41 #CommunityFinance
Morgan Stanley Investment Management has contributed $450,000 in grant support to OFN’s Financing Fund, bringing total support since 2022 to more than $1 million. Learn more: https://bwnews.pr/4nMkZ8i
Morgan Stanley Investment Management and Opportunity Finance Network Announce Annual Contribution Recipients in Support of Affordable Housing and Community Development
Morgan Stanley Investment Management (“MSIM”) and Opportunity Finance Network (“OFN”) today announced three grant recipients of MSIM's annual contribution to...
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October 9, 2025 at 5:39 PM
Morgan Stanley Investment Management has contributed $450,000 in grant support to OFN’s Financing Fund, bringing total support since 2022 to more than $1 million. Learn more: https://bwnews.pr/4nMkZ8i
When traditional financing said “no,” OFN member #CDFI, The Sunlight Loan Fund, said “yes.” The Girasol School in Dorado, PR opened its doors and created 46 new seats. Learn more: https://www.ofn.org/impact-stories/puerto-rican-school-backed-by-cdfi-support-changes-lives-through-hands-on-education/
Puerto Rican School, Backed By CDFI Support, Changes Lives Through Hands-On Education
Learn more about the Girasol School in Puerto Rico, a Montessori school teaching students through a dual-language, hands-on program.
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October 8, 2025 at 3:28 PM
When traditional financing said “no,” OFN member #CDFI, The Sunlight Loan Fund, said “yes.” The Girasol School in Dorado, PR opened its doors and created 46 new seats. Learn more: https://www.ofn.org/impact-stories/puerto-rican-school-backed-by-cdfi-support-changes-lives-through-hands-on-education/
Every CDFI investment begins with people. The 2025 CDFI Loan Fund Compensation Survey Report provides salary, bonus, and total compensation benchmarks for 64 positions, spanning early-career roles to those of CEOs: https://www.ofn.org/product/cdfi-loan-fund-compensation-survey-2025/
October 3, 2025 at 3:37 PM
Every CDFI investment begins with people. The 2025 CDFI Loan Fund Compensation Survey Report provides salary, bonus, and total compensation benchmarks for 64 positions, spanning early-career roles to those of CEOs: https://www.ofn.org/product/cdfi-loan-fund-compensation-survey-2025/
In Greenville, SC, OFN member CDFI CommunityWorks has spent more than a decade investing in people, places, and possibilities. Learn why this #CDFI is a true community pillar: https://www.ofn.org/blog/investing-in-people-and-places-community-works/
#CDFIsInvest #OpportunityNext
#CDFIsInvest #OpportunityNext
Investing in People and Places: CommunityWorks
In this highlight, the CommunityWorks team shares how and why they are a community pillar in South Carolina.
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October 2, 2025 at 9:12 PM
In Greenville, SC, OFN member CDFI CommunityWorks has spent more than a decade investing in people, places, and possibilities. Learn why this #CDFI is a true community pillar: https://www.ofn.org/blog/investing-in-people-and-places-community-works/
#CDFIsInvest #OpportunityNext
#CDFIsInvest #OpportunityNext
In Girard, OH, veterans turned entrepreneurs are expanding healthcare access with support from a local #CDFI. Learn more: https://www.ofn.org/impact-stories/ohio-veterans-expand-healthcare-access-in-their-community-with-cdfi-investment/
Ohio Veterans Expand Healthcare Access in Their Community With CDFI Investment
Learn more about Patriot At Home, a veteran-owned home healthcare business serving patients in Girard, Ohio.
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September 26, 2025 at 3:07 PM
In Girard, OH, veterans turned entrepreneurs are expanding healthcare access with support from a local #CDFI. Learn more: https://www.ofn.org/impact-stories/ohio-veterans-expand-healthcare-access-in-their-community-with-cdfi-investment/
Treasury just released the FY25 CDFI Fund Supplemental Application NOFA — major updates CDFIs need to know. Learn what changed and what’s next: https://www.ofn.org/blog/cdfi-fund-opens-fy25-financial-assistance-supplemental-application-and-other-program-status-updates/
#CDFIs #CommunityFinance
#CDFIs #CommunityFinance
CDFI Fund Opens FY25 Financial Assistance Supplemental Application and Other Program Status Updates
The US Treasury signals progress on moving CDFI Fund Financial Assistance (FA) Awards forward, and other program status updates.
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September 25, 2025 at 9:14 PM
Treasury just released the FY25 CDFI Fund Supplemental Application NOFA — major updates CDFIs need to know. Learn what changed and what’s next: https://www.ofn.org/blog/cdfi-fund-opens-fy25-financial-assistance-supplemental-application-and-other-program-status-updates/
#CDFIs #CommunityFinance
#CDFIs #CommunityFinance
From abandoned campus to hope and healing: The Crown Recovery Center in Springfield, KY has served 2,500+ individuals in recovery and created 300+ local jobs. https://www.ofn.org/impact-stories/recovery-center-transforms-local-community-economy-and-lives/
Recovery Center Transforms Local Community, Economy, and Lives
Read more about Crown Recovery Center, Kentucky’s largest addiction treatment and vocational rehabilitation center financed by CDFI Fahe.
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September 24, 2025 at 3:47 PM
From abandoned campus to hope and healing: The Crown Recovery Center in Springfield, KY has served 2,500+ individuals in recovery and created 300+ local jobs. https://www.ofn.org/impact-stories/recovery-center-transforms-local-community-economy-and-lives/
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September 23, 2025 at 12:56 PM
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For 40+ years, #CDFIs have invested capital where it’s needed most. Now, we’re charting the future at #OFN41 — October 20–23 in Washington, D.C. Join 2,100+ leaders to explore Opportunity Next. 👉 https://t.co/MFSiDITPH8
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September 19, 2025 at 9:07 PM
For 40+ years, #CDFIs have invested capital where it’s needed most. Now, we’re charting the future at #OFN41 — October 20–23 in Washington, D.C. Join 2,100+ leaders to explore Opportunity Next. 👉 https://t.co/MFSiDITPH8
A milestone for OFN’s CDFI Innovation Initiative: We’ve launched the Innovation Council + Capital Solutions Accelerator cohort. With the @MassMutual Foundation and @Mastercard, we’re creating the tools, replicable models, and solutions the industry needs for the future. https://bit.ly/46dKzg0
OFN Announces Inaugural Innovation Council and Capital Solutions Accelerator to Catalyze CDFI Industry Solutions
With support from the MassMutual and Mastercard, OFN’s CDFI Innovation Initiative advances bold solutions to help CDFIs unlock capital, scale innovation, and navigate a changing economy.
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September 18, 2025 at 7:10 PM
A milestone for OFN’s CDFI Innovation Initiative: We’ve launched the Innovation Council + Capital Solutions Accelerator cohort. With the @MassMutual Foundation and @Mastercard, we’re creating the tools, replicable models, and solutions the industry needs for the future. https://bit.ly/46dKzg0
By incorporating energy efficiency into lending strategies, #CDFIs can deliver meaningful value to #smallbiz borrowers, helping them cut costs, build resilience, & thrive in a changing economic & environmental landscape: https://www.ofn.org/blog/helping-small-businesses-save-with-energy-efficiency/
Helping Small Businesses Save with Energy Efficiency
Read OFN's guide for community lenders and CDFIs to unlock cost-saving opportunities and long-term resilience for their borrowers.
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September 17, 2025 at 7:28 PM
By incorporating energy efficiency into lending strategies, #CDFIs can deliver meaningful value to #smallbiz borrowers, helping them cut costs, build resilience, & thrive in a changing economic & environmental landscape: https://www.ofn.org/blog/helping-small-businesses-save-with-energy-efficiency/
Impact you can taste: Mokuwai Piko Poi supports Kau Kau 4 Keiki (220k+ summer meals) + The Food Basket—preserving tradition and creating jobs. Learn more: https://www.ofn.org/impact-stories/cdfi-nourishes-hawaiis-future-with-funding-for-healthy-food-and-agriculture/
#CDFI #Hawaii #FoodSystems
#CDFI #Hawaii #FoodSystems
September 17, 2025 at 3:51 PM
Impact you can taste: Mokuwai Piko Poi supports Kau Kau 4 Keiki (220k+ summer meals) + The Food Basket—preserving tradition and creating jobs. Learn more: https://www.ofn.org/impact-stories/cdfi-nourishes-hawaiis-future-with-funding-for-healthy-food-and-agriculture/
#CDFI #Hawaii #FoodSystems
#CDFI #Hawaii #FoodSystems
Looking for the latest news, stories, and voices from OFN and the CDFI field? From policy updates to on-the-ground impact, our blog brings the ecosystem together. Read now: https://www.ofn.org/blog/
#CDFI #CommunityFinance #Impact #PublicPolicy
#CDFI #CommunityFinance #Impact #PublicPolicy
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September 15, 2025 at 1:16 PM
Looking for the latest news, stories, and voices from OFN and the CDFI field? From policy updates to on-the-ground impact, our blog brings the ecosystem together. Read now: https://www.ofn.org/blog/
#CDFI #CommunityFinance #Impact #PublicPolicy
#CDFI #CommunityFinance #Impact #PublicPolicy
CDFIs are on the rise—filling financial gaps in underserved communities across America. Learn more: https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/smallbusiness/empowering-communities-the-rise-of-cdfis-in-america/vi-AA1K6CMS
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September 12, 2025 at 11:11 PM
CDFIs are on the rise—filling financial gaps in underserved communities across America. Learn more: https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/smallbusiness/empowering-communities-the-rise-of-cdfis-in-america/vi-AA1K6CMS
When banks said no, an OFN member CDFI said yes. Layered financing + mentorship → more local taro/poi, fewer imports, stronger culture. Story: https://www.ofn.org/impact-stories/cdfi-nourishes-hawaiis-future-with-funding-for-healthy-food-and-agriculture/
#CDFI #Hawaii #FoodSystems
#CDFI #Hawaii #FoodSystems
September 10, 2025 at 4:15 PM
When banks said no, an OFN member CDFI said yes. Layered financing + mentorship → more local taro/poi, fewer imports, stronger culture. Story: https://www.ofn.org/impact-stories/cdfi-nourishes-hawaiis-future-with-funding-for-healthy-food-and-agriculture/
#CDFI #Hawaii #FoodSystems
#CDFI #Hawaii #FoodSystems
Rural, urban, Native communities — CDFIs are there. OFN’s Impact Report captures a pivotal two years of growth, investment & opportunity. Explore: https://www.ofn.org/impact/ #CommunityFinance #ImpactReport
Impact Report
Explore how OFN and CDFIs delivered $124B in financing, 3.4M jobs, and stronger communities in our 2023-2024 Impact Report.
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September 9, 2025 at 5:46 PM
Rural, urban, Native communities — CDFIs are there. OFN’s Impact Report captures a pivotal two years of growth, investment & opportunity. Explore: https://www.ofn.org/impact/ #CommunityFinance #ImpactReport
#SmallBiz = strong communities. Solid Steel Solutions is keeping KY strong by creating jobs & diversifying its work beyond coal, with support from OFN member #CDFI Kentucky Highlands Investment Corp https://www.ofn.org/impact-stories/steel-company-forgest-growth-in-rural-kentucky-with-cdfi-support/
Steel Company Forges Growth in Rural Kentucky with CDFI Support
Discover Solid Steel Solutions, a small business in Middlesboro, Kentucky making waves in mining equipment repair.
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September 8, 2025 at 6:46 PM
#SmallBiz = strong communities. Solid Steel Solutions is keeping KY strong by creating jobs & diversifying its work beyond coal, with support from OFN member #CDFI Kentucky Highlands Investment Corp https://www.ofn.org/impact-stories/steel-company-forgest-growth-in-rural-kentucky-with-cdfi-support/
Plenaries. Breakouts. Training. Advocacy. Impact tours. #OFN41 has it all — and more. Be part of the nation’s leading CDFI conference in Washington, D.C. this October 20–23. https://www.ofnconference.org/event/2025/home
The 2025 OFN Conference
Join me at the 2025 OFN Conference in Washington, D.C.! #OFN41
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September 5, 2025 at 8:15 PM
Plenaries. Breakouts. Training. Advocacy. Impact tours. #OFN41 has it all — and more. Be part of the nation’s leading CDFI conference in Washington, D.C. this October 20–23. https://www.ofnconference.org/event/2025/home
CDFIs = opportunity. Our 2023–2024 Impact Report shows how we’re mobilizing capital, advancing policy, and supporting 475+ members nationwide. 👉 https://www.ofn.org/impact/ #Impact #CDFIs
Impact Report
Explore how OFN and CDFIs delivered $124B in financing, 3.4M jobs, and stronger communities in our 2023-2024 Impact Report.
www.ofn.org
September 4, 2025 at 7:56 PM
CDFIs = opportunity. Our 2023–2024 Impact Report shows how we’re mobilizing capital, advancing policy, and supporting 475+ members nationwide. 👉 https://www.ofn.org/impact/ #Impact #CDFIs
In recent years, certified #CDFIs had $25B in small business & microloans with less than 1% net charge-offs. Proven lenders. Powerful impact. Learn more: https://www.ofn.org/what-is-a-cdfi/key-priorities/small-business/
Small Business
CDFIs invest in bright ideas and passionate people with vision and talent. We help diverse entrepreneurs build a thriving economy.
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September 4, 2025 at 7:35 PM
In recent years, certified #CDFIs had $25B in small business & microloans with less than 1% net charge-offs. Proven lenders. Powerful impact. Learn more: https://www.ofn.org/what-is-a-cdfi/key-priorities/small-business/
Missy Carter’s journey: secretary to CEO to national award-winner. Her leadership at Solid Steel Solutions proves the power of rural entrepreneurship. #Leadership #WomenInBusiness #CDFIs @SBAgov https://www.ofn.org/impact-stories/steel-company-forgest-growth-in-rural-kentucky-with-cdfi-support/
Steel Company Forges Growth in Rural Kentucky with CDFI Support
Discover Solid Steel Solutions, a small business in Middlesboro, Kentucky making waves in mining equipment repair.
www.ofn.org
September 3, 2025 at 7:06 PM
Missy Carter’s journey: secretary to CEO to national award-winner. Her leadership at Solid Steel Solutions proves the power of rural entrepreneurship. #Leadership #WomenInBusiness #CDFIs @SBAgov https://www.ofn.org/impact-stories/steel-company-forgest-growth-in-rural-kentucky-with-cdfi-support/
From small businesses to housing, healthcare to infrastructure, CDFIs are trusted partners to policymakers in tackling inequity & poverty. https://www.ofn.org/partnering-with-the-public-sector/ #CommunityFinance #CDFIs
Partnering with the Public Sector
By partnering with the public sector, OFN has become a leading public policy voice for CDFIs. Help us provide transformational opportunity.
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September 3, 2025 at 5:15 PM
From small businesses to housing, healthcare to infrastructure, CDFIs are trusted partners to policymakers in tackling inequity & poverty. https://www.ofn.org/partnering-with-the-public-sector/ #CommunityFinance #CDFIs
During the pandemic, CDFIs outperformed larger lenders in reaching the counties backbone aka small businesses. Because we’ve always been where mainstream finance won’t go. Learn more: https://www.ofn.org/what-is-a-cdfi/key-priorities/small-business/ #CommunityFinance #CDFIs
Small Business
CDFIs invest in bright ideas and passionate people with vision and talent. We help diverse entrepreneurs build a thriving economy.
www.ofn.org
September 2, 2025 at 6:55 PM
During the pandemic, CDFIs outperformed larger lenders in reaching the counties backbone aka small businesses. Because we’ve always been where mainstream finance won’t go. Learn more: https://www.ofn.org/what-is-a-cdfi/key-priorities/small-business/ #CommunityFinance #CDFIs
ProsperUs Detroit (an OFN member CDFI) meets entrepreneurs where they are with flexible microlending and one-on-one support. CEO Paul Jones shares how this model works: https://www.ofn.org/blog/meeting-entrepreneurs-where-they-are-prosperus-detroits-community-first-microlending/
#SmallBiz
#SmallBiz
Meeting Entrepreneurs Where They Are: ProsperUs Detroit’s Community-First Microlending
CEO Paul Jones shares how ProsperUs pairs flexible capital with coaching to turn ambition into local wealth.
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September 2, 2025 at 5:10 PM
ProsperUs Detroit (an OFN member CDFI) meets entrepreneurs where they are with flexible microlending and one-on-one support. CEO Paul Jones shares how this model works: https://www.ofn.org/blog/meeting-entrepreneurs-where-they-are-prosperus-detroits-community-first-microlending/
#SmallBiz
#SmallBiz