Former Olympic Hopeful Opens Fitness Center with Support from Minneapolis CDFI
Robbinsdale, MN
September 22, 2019 Born and raised in Kenya, Dr. Stephen Menya immigrated to the United States in 1993 with aspirations to train for and represent his home country in
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Affordable Housing Provider Preserves 62 Units in Rural Maine with CDFI Loan
Sanford, ME
September 16, 2019 When Breary Farms and Meadowcreek Apartments in Sanford, Maine, were facing bankruptcy in 2016, affordable housing provider The Caleb Group decided to step in.
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Integrative Care Business Expands in Nashville with CDFI’s Support
Nashville, TN
September 3, 2019 Janice Cathey immigrated to America from Vietnam at a young age. Empowered by her heritage as the great-granddaughter of a Chinese medicine man, Janice launched her
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Harlem Cycling Studio to Open Second Location with Support from Local CDFI
New York, NY
August 14, 2019 A former marketing executive, Tammeca Rochester opened Harlem Cycle in 2016 after recognizing the limited fitness facility options in the neighborhood. A fan of cardiovascular
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Pennsylvania Transportation Enterprise Serves Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities
Harrisburg, PA
July 26, 2019 A Kenyan immigrant, Elijah Omara Riechi came to the United States to pursue a college education. After completing his degree, Omara worked at a
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Couple Uses CDFI Loan to Open Coffee Shop in South Carolina Opportunity Zone
Cayce, SC
July 19, 2019 The City of Cayce is a growing community located in a South Carolina Opportunity Zone, with State Street in Cayce’s River Arts
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New York City Interior Designer Refinances Predatory Loans with CDFI Financing
New York, NY
July 10, 2019 From dedicated mental health professional to award-winning interior designer, Lori Miller understands firsthand that it’s never too late to pursue your passion.
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Minnesota Entrepreneur Grows Childcare Business with Help of Local CDFIs
Brooklyn Park, MN
July 9, 2019 Angel Rogers is known by her family and friends as responsible, caring, and a good listener. However, Angel’s journey to entrepreneurship has
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Small Business Survives Hurricane Harvey with Support of Local CDFI
Houston, TX
June 13, 2019 Recognizing the need for empowerment programs in her community in Houston, Texas, U.S. Army veteran Margo Jordan-Baines started Chicks With Class in 2013. With a mission to blossom
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