A movement for economic justice.

The Alliance has brought together Black-Led CDFIs from all over the nation with funds of all sizes. We began with a few institutions but have now grown exponentially.

What We Do

We believe we are stronger together

We prioritize and center the voices and needs of Black communities to inform our work. The Alliance supports and empowers CDFI CEOs to lead and grow their institutional operations, teams, and social impact.
  • 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

  • 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.

  • 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.

Who We Are

Become a member

We support and believe in the unique experiences, strengths, talents, and opportunities presented by our members. By coming together as chief executives, we amplify the voices of the Black community and economic development finance leaders and elevate the specific personal and professional challenges they face.
Membership
  • Advocacy

    We elevate the voices of Black community leaders by serving as a thought-leader for CDFI public policy issues and engaging in research that are in the best interest in the of Black CDFIs’ sustainability and stakeholders

  • Access to Capital

    Utilize research tools to elevate the disproportionate investment in Black-led CDFIs, and to advocate for a redistribution of capital flow to these CDFIs.

  • Peer Mentoring Programs

    Support to help lead and grow their institutional operations, teams, and social impact.

  • Training Opportunities

    Access to webinars and educational opportunities to help members build capacity and grow their CDFI.

African American Equity Impact Scorecard

The Scorecard aims to orient around wealth-building among Black communities and shifts the criteria by which organizations assess every project and helps to address the ways in which we have mirrored inequitable institutionalized practices.
  • Power Building

    Black leaders creating a path toward equitable policies and practices within the Black community.

  • 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.

  • 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.

Our Partners

Our partners and funders help us to strengthen our communities. We thank each of them and those that will join us in the near future as we work to close the racial equity gap nationwide.
Partners

Latest News & Events

Check out our latest news on our work towards closing the racial wealth gap.
  • August 28, 2024

    Empowering the Next Generation of Black Leaders: An Interview with Tobias Brown, Marketing & Communications Intern

    As students across the country return to school, we are reminded of the rich legacy and vital role that Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) play in empowering future Black leaders.   Last year, the African American Alliance of CDFI CEOs partnered with Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) to support the next generation of leaders in

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  • August 22, 2024

    How Alliance Associate Member, BCA Culture, Is Revolutionizing Black Entrepreneurship

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  • August 15, 2024

    A spotlight on Germaine McIver-Cherry

    It is our pleasure to introduce Germaine McIver-Cherry, Senior Program Director at the African American Alliance of CDFI CEOs. Germaine brings a wealth of experience and expertise to her role, having spent years managing a diverse portfolio of programs with a strong focus on capital access for organizations within the economic development ecosystem. Before joining

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  • August 12, 2024

    Championing Black Female Leadership: Stacy Rhone and BiGAUSTIN’s Journey

    As part of our mission to empower Black CDFI CEO members, The Alliance’s Women-Led Initiative addresses the unique capacity building needs of our Black female CEO members who systemically face racial and gender resource inequities. Each newsletter we will highlight the successes of our Black female CEO members. Our next success story is from Stacy

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  • August 5, 2024

    A Spotlight on Nia Jones: Environment & Climate Director

    Meet Nia Jones, the African American Alliance of CDFI CEOs’ dynamic Environment and Climate Director, affectionately known as the “Energy Queen.” Nia has been with the Alliance for just 90 days, but her enthusiasm and expertise make it feel like she’s been a part of the team for much longer. With a rich educational background

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  • July 29, 2024

    A Spotlight on Laudz Jean-Jacques: Sr. Program Director

    This week, we’re spotlighting Laudz Jean-Jacques, Sr. Program Director. Laudz has been with The Alliance for two years. In her role, she supports the Women-Led Initiative and African American Equity Impact Scorecard programs. Laudz brings over 8 years of experience from government and non-profit organizations working with Economic Development programs. We talked to Laudz, and

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