Community Reinvestment Act (CRA)
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Four decades in, here’s how and why the CRA keeps evolving
The Community Reinvestment Act is undergoing its first significant modernization in about a quarter century. Take a look back at the historical conditions that shaped it.
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Exploring the Federal Reserve’s commitment to community development and economic stability
A recent Federal Reserve History essay highlights the Fed’s rich history of commitment to community development, showcasing the central bank’s partnerships with community organizations, financial institutions, and government agencies.
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[Watch] Putting the Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) to Work in Your Community
How can banks and nonprofits effectively partner to fund CRA-eligible programs and projects? In this webinar, nonprofit leaders and bankers share their tips. Watch on demand.
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4 ways the CRA encourages banks to work hand-in-hand with their neighbors
The Community Reinvestment Act can help lenders chart a different future for low-and moderate-income neighborhoods. Here are four examples.
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Investment Connection: Getting to ‘We Have a Deal’
Experience Investment Connection—from pitch to impact—with small business owners, community organizers, and bankers, and the Federal Reserve community development experts bringing them together.
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Supporting families and nurturing Ojibwe culture, C’s Daycare stands out in Minnesota’s child care landscape
Banks partner with a community non-profit to help a small business owner upgrade and expand her child care facility.
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Shonterria Charleston supports rural communities, even from a parking lot
For Housing Assistance Council, rural development issues include broadband access and helping veterans fund home improvement projects.
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Community bank provides critical capital so small businesses can stay afloat
CDFI helps two business owners in Philadelphia’s Chinatown find a lifeline, and a partner, right in their own backyard.
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Banks help Tulsa embrace a promising future
From job training and industry-recognized skills certificates to job placement services and financial literacy education, get to know one program helping low- and moderate-income residents of Oklahoma and southwest Missouri enter the workforce.
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Why are Native American-led CDFIs invisible to banks?
“In our 35 years extending credit to Native communities, not once has a bank invested in our work. Instead, we’ve relied on CDFI Fund grants, foundations, and philanthropic investors,” says Tawney Brunsch, executive director of Native CDFI Lakota Funds.