Report Overview
The 2018 Impact and Benefit Report highlights Clearinghouse CDFI’s commitment to expanding economic opportunity through collaboration, responsible lending, and community engagement. The report emphasizes the role that investors, borrowers, employees, and partners play in supporting projects that strengthen communities and increase access to capital.
In 2018, Clearinghouse CDFI funded 58 loans totaling $139 million, supporting affordable housing, community development, Native American enterprises, healthy food access, and projects serving high-poverty neighborhoods. The report also highlights B Corp achievements, employee volunteerism, the RIPPLE Initiative, and recognition for community-minded business practices.
In 2018, Clearinghouse CDFI funded 58 loans totaling $139 million, supporting affordable housing, community development, Native American enterprises, healthy food access, and projects serving high-poverty neighborhoods. The report also highlights B Corp achievements, employee volunteerism, the RIPPLE Initiative, and recognition for community-minded business practices.
Report Highlights
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Funded 58 loans totaling $139 million in 2018 -
Supported borrowers serving approximately 50,000 families in high-poverty neighborhoods
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Helped build or preserve 1,000 affordable housing units totaling $69 million
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Created 2,400 jobs through financed projects
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Allocated $26.5 million to NMTC projects in low-income communities
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Funded $8.3 million for Native American-owned enterprises
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Achieved a B Impact Assessment score of 149.7 and received B Lab’s 2018 Best for the World Overall Award
