A movement for economic justice.
We believe we are stronger together
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Advocate for institutional and public policies
We address the barriers to community and economic development, Black business growth, wealth creation, and financial protections in African American communities
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Empower a national network of African-American CDFI CEOs
We strengthen our member fiscal and impact capacity using best practices to facilitate social and economic advancement in their communities.
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Advance Racial Equity & Black Wealth
We utilize research tools to elevate the disproportionate investment in Black-led CDFIs, and to advocate for a redistribution of capital flow to these CDFIs.
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African American Equity Impact Scorecard
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Power Building
Black leaders creating a path toward equitable policies and practices within the Black community.
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Economic Development and Job Creation
Non-profits, cooperatives, and businesses working toward a living wage, basic benefits, career-building, wealth-building opportunities and/or a fair and engaging workplace.
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Equity
Projects proactively addressing historical and current systemic oppression in order to ensure fairness in the access to opportunities, resources, and rights for the Black community.
In Memoriam: Inez Long
We honor the life and legacy of Inez Long, who served as President and CEO of the Black Business Investment Fund (BBIF) Florida and was a cherished board member and co-founder of the African American Alliance of CDFI CEOs.
Inez was a visionary leader whose unwavering commitment to economic justice transformed the landscape for Black and minority-owned businesses. For over 30 years, she led BBIF with passion, integrity, and a steadfast dedication to innovation and excellence.
As a co-founder of The Alliance, Inez was a driving force in advancing Black-led CDFIs, ensuring that communities of color had the resources and support needed to thrive. Her advocacy and leadership were instrumental in shaping policies and initiatives that continue to uplift historically marginalized businesses. Her legacy of empowerment, community development, and economic resilience will continue to inspire generations to come.
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Latest News & Events
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August 21, 2025
Who Really Benefits When the USDA Ends Support for ‘Socially Disadvantaged’ Farmers?
As part of the Trump administration’s broader campaign to dismantle DEI initiatives across federal agencies, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has eliminated the “socially disadvantaged” designation, reshaping the future of Black and other minority farmers. Section 2501(e)(2) of the Food, Agriculture, Conservation, and Trade Act of 1990 defines a “socially disadvantaged farmer or rancher” as
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August 13, 2025
The Voting Rights Act is Under Attack
The Voting Rights Act of 1965 was one of the most important victories of the Civil Rights Movement. Passed in the wake of Bloody Sunday in Selma, Alabama, and decades of Jim Crow voter suppression, it outlawed discriminatory voting practices like literacy tests, poll taxes, and intimidation that kept Black voters from the ballot box.
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August 13, 2025
2024 Annual Impact Report: Our Path Forward – Resilience in Action
As we reflect on the past year, I am incredibly proud of the milestones we have achieved together. The African American Alliance of CDFI CEOs has continued to grow in both impact and influence, solidifying our role as a champion for Black-led CDFIs and the communities they serve. Over the past year, we have expanded
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August 8, 2025
Statement on the EPA’s Termination of the Solar for All Program
On Thursday, August 7th, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin announced the agency’s intent to terminate all 60 grants awarded under the $7 billion Solar for All program—a critical initiative aimed at expanding access to affordable solar energy in historically excluded communities across the country. The African American Alliance of CDFI CEOs strongly
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July 31, 2025
The Toll of the Current Administration on Climate Policy and Preparedness
The climate crisis isn’t a far-off threat, it’s here, and current leaders met it with denial, delay, and erasure. From the start, the Trump administration has dismissed climate change as a hoax, a talking point that played well at rallies but came at a steep national cost. While his administration’s actions have sometimes contradicted that
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July 24, 2025
A Promising Step Toward Equity in Homeownership
The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) recently rolled out a policy change that could reshape how mortgage lenders evaluate creditworthiness. For the first time, lenders working with Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac will be allowed to factor in on-time rent payments when reviewing mortgage applications. This change matters because for millions of renters, especially those
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