A movement for economic justice.
We address the barriers to community and economic development, Black business growth, wealth creation, and financial protections in African American communities
We strengthen our member fiscal and impact capacity using best practices to facilitate social and economic advancement in their communities.
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.
Black leaders creating a path toward equitable policies and practices within the Black community.
Non-profits, cooperatives, and businesses working toward a living wage, basic benefits, career-building, wealth-building opportunities and/or a fair and engaging workplace.
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.
The Fight for Financial Justice: The CFPB, the Supreme Court, and Black America’s Future When the financial storm of 2007-2008 hit, it was not just a Wall Street crisis; it was a Main Street catastrophe. And let us be clear: Black Main Street bore the brunt. The predatory lending that fueled this crisis was not
Read MoreORLANDO, FL – The African American Alliance of CDFI CEOs (The Alliance) announced today a generous $500,000 grant from Kaiser Permanente. This funding will support general operations and enable The Alliance to provide essential training and technical assistance to Black-led Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) seeking to apply for the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund (GGRF).
Read MoreAmerica stands at a precipice. As the clock ticks down to the end of September, the very fabric of our nation’s governance is being tested. The House Republicans, consumed by internal strife, are pushing us closer to a government shutdown. This is not just political theater; it is a looming crisis that will disproportionately impact
Read MoreExpert in inclusive finance to lead the financial initiative for environmental justice. Washington, D.C (September 19, 2023)—The Justice Climate Fund (JCF) Board, an assembly of eight distinguished leaders from BIPOC-led organizations, appointed Mr. Douglass Dubois Sims as the interim Chief Executive Officer (CEO) effective today. “The JCF was conceived with a clear mission: to provide capital, leverage resources,
Read MoreThe future looks bright at The Alliance! After a remarkable 2022 of building partnerships and programs to serve Black-led CDFIs, we’re gearing up for what’s next. Delve into our 2022 Annual Report themed “Building Together Towards a Bright Tomorrow” and get excited about our journey ahead. Take a look here: Annual Report_2022
Read MoreA Unique Partnership that Creates Lasting Legacies of Advancement Within Black-led Organizations and Communities ORLANDO, FL – The African American Alliance of CDFI CEOs (The Alliance) is proud to announce a transformative partnership with the Black Community Developers Group (BCDG). This groundbreaking collaboration marks a pivotal step towards dismantling institutional racism and closing the racial
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