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Federal Reserve Bank of New York
Who are CDFIs? (Neighbors Helping Neighbors)
19 minutes Posted Jun 6, 2025 at 11:51 am.
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Community Development Financial Institutions can grow out of the communities they serve; a financial version of neighbors helping neighbors. In local and national CDFIs, a sense of personal commitment and connection drives professionals to this work. In this episode, we hear from researchers, borrowers, and lenders about how mission-driven lending, financial inclusion, and technical assistance can transform lives and foster opportunity within historically underserved communities.

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