Marketwise

Fall/Winter 2008

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Community Development Finance: Innovative Paths to Capital During the Credit Squeeze

In light of the recent credit market crunch, community development groups are finding it increasingly challenging to raise capital for development projects.We will discuss how the current downturn in the markets have affected credit and capital flows for community development finance. We will also explore and share some innovative funding strategies used by some Fifth District organizations at this time.

District Highlights

Useful state and region-specific news for community economic development practitioners

Insights

CDFIs throughout the Fifth District share strategies for accessing and maintaining capital during the credit squeeze.

Research Corner

Recent research pertaining to community economic development

Regulatory Updates

Highlights of recent congressional responses