CDFA's Modernizing Agricultural and Manufacturing Bonds Act was introduced as H.R. 3787 in the U.S. House of Representatives with bipartisan support by Rep. LaHood (R-IL), Kildee (D-MI), Feenstra (R-IA), and Evans (D-PA).

Standing at the intersection of real estate ownership and business ownership, the real estate development industry has the potential to be a powerful engine for Black and Hispanic Americans to build wealth. This report presents the findings of...

Real estate is the largest source of asset-based wealth and opportunity for American families, and yet Black and other communities of color are systematically marginalized in renting, owning, and financing real estate. In addition to facilitating...

The Funding Sources for Food-Related Businesses is a directory created to support and beneft food-related business. The directory includes sources of local, regional, and national fnance opportunities that may be available to producers,...

The U.S. Department of the Treasury updated the State Small Business Credit Initiative Technical Assistance Grant Program FAQs on May 9, 2023.

Forest and farm producer organizations (FFPOs) from Africa, Asia, and the Americas met with potential donors and allies in Washington D.C. to discuss advantages and opportunities to invest in and strengthen the capacities of indigenous, community,...

The U.S. Department of the Treasury held its quarterly State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) All Jurisdiction meeting and provided updates on the SSBCI Capital Program, Technical Assistance Grant Program, outreach efforts, work groups, and...

On April 28, 2023, the U.S. Department of the Treasury released the State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) Technical Assistance Grant Program guidelines.

CDFA is excited to announce the 2023 CDFA Equitable Lending Learning Series, created in partnership with Lendistry and The Center by Lendistry. The CDFA Equitable Lending Learning Series will provide in-depth instruction to small business lenders on...

With support from a third round of funding from the W.K. Kellogg Foundation (WKKF), CDFA is continuing to advocate for Defining the Food System Asset Class by building on previous efforts to increase opportunities and leverage existing capital to...

THE MISSION OF BLACK FARMER FUND IS TO NURTURE BLACK COMMUNITY WEALTH & HEALTH BY INVESTING IN BLACK AGRICULTURAL SYSTEMS IN THE NORTHEAST.

Since 1976, the American Friends Service Committee’s New Mexico program has identified with the struggles of local people to empower themselves, with particular attention to water and land use, and the need to support traditional ways of life.

The most flexible, transparent, and customized financing built exclusively for organic, regenerative, and transitioning farmers.

Provide a turnkey financing solution to enable agroforestry conversion for farmers and landowners and provide an uncorrelated, return focused ESG opportunity for investors. We aim to fix the carbon cycle and improve climate health one acre at a time.

A new project will directly pay farmers for the ecosystem services they provide, such as cleaner water, healthier soils and increased biodiversity. The financing will support farmers who engage in regenerative agriculture practices

This technical brief is intended to serve as a practical guide for including agricultural finance in development programs; specifically, within the agricultural sub-sector of innovative climate-smart businesses, production and business models, and...

Potlikker Capital is a farm community governed charitable integrated capital fund created to holistically serve BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and people of color) farmers in America who operate at the intersection of racial and climate justice.

Successfully accessing appropriate capital to grow or sustain your farm business takes focus and dedication. Below, you will find resources on farm financing solutions that will help you develop the skills and understand the steps needed to analyze,...

State of Vermont Agency of Agriculture Food and Markets.

Expanding access to agricultural finance provides agricultural producers and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with the capital needed to increase productivity, output, and, ultimately, income.

Stakeholders share frontline experiences using a key tool for attracting capital in Native communities.

Agriculture is the main source of income and employment for the 70 percent of the world's poor, who live in rural areas. Yet, only 10 percent of gross domestic produce (GDP) in low and middle income countries is generated by the agricultural sector....

This guide is aimed at helping farmers get ready to ask a lender for the financing needed in new and innovative ventures. When used as part of an overall enterprise development strategy, it can help farmers and lenders achieve mutually beneficial...

As a new farmer or rancher, access to land and access to capital are the biggest challenges. The first step should be developing a farm business plan. This resource will show you the following steps to achieving a farm business plan.

As more and more people demand local and or ganic food, there are increasing opportunities for new farmers. The growing organic market can provide the opportunity, but it is challenging to start your own farm without proper planning.

Serving Illinois’ diverse farm and agri-businesses, Illinois Finance Authority provides access to low-cost capital to help seed, grow and sustain your business.

This guide will introduce you to the new Microloan program offered by the Farm Service Agency (FSA) of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). 1 Under this new program, FSA will make loans of up to $35,000 to farmers for farm operating...

The overview provides a quick guide to federal farm and food-related programs and grants, organized by issue and by who is eligible to apply or sign up.

Building a successful farm is a significant financial investment and can be especially challenging for beginning farmers who are not financially ready to access credit from commercial lenders. While FSA is fully committed to all farmers and...

The U.S. Department of the Treasury updated the FAQs for the State Small Business Credit Initiative Program (SSBCI) on April 7, 2023.

CapShift has released “How to Invest in Sustainable and Regenerative Food and Agriculture,” a guide to understanding the complex landscape of food and agriculture investing. The food and agriculture space touches on climate change, economic...

In the seed market, promoting fair and vibrant competition involves considerations of intellectual property (IP) law, antitrust and other fair business practices law, and public investment in our food system. These are complex and often confusing...

CDFA and Southeast Nebraska Development District (SENDD) are excited to announce the achievement of a strategic food systems financing plan for the southeastern Nebraska region’s food system! This is the first strategic financing plan created for...

The American Rescue Plan has helped to power one of the strongest and most equitable recoveries on record while making investments that position our nation for economic success in the coming decades. Over the last year, American Rescue Plan programs...

Challenged by the historically discriminatory lending practices that inform the lack of diversity and equity in our current agricultural landscape, the mission of Black Farmer Fund is to nurture Black community wealth & health by investing capital...

The U.S. Department of the Treasury is extending the deadline for Tribal governments to submit their complete SSBCI Technical Assistance (TA) Grant Program application to July 28, 2023, at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET). Tribal governments that...

Treasury announces approval of up to $339 million to support small business success across three states and two U.S. Territories. These SSBCI Initiative funds are awarded to Arkansas, Guam, Rhode Island, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and Wisconsin to...

A new report from Croatan Institute highlights how the Soil Wealth Area model can facilitate more investment in regenerative agriculture, enhance conservation, and support resilient rural economies. The report provides specific recommendations for...

The CDFA Disaster Recovery Bonds Policy Proposal outlines the CDFA national legislative proposal for a special, permanent category of Disaster Recovery Bonds.

The U.S. Department of the Treasury released its methodology summary for preliminary SSBCI allocations for Tribal governments on February 21, 2023.

CDFA and King County, Washington are excited to announce the completion of a strategic food systems financing plan! CDFA worked with King County to establish a set of recommendations that position the county to be the leader in supporting the...

To help local policymakers, leaders, advocates, researchers, and others understand policy options for communities seeking to increase access to healthy food, the Healthy Food Policy Project (HFPP) developed a framework to show how local...

MBDA is seeking proposals for its $93.5 million Capital Readiness Program grant competition to help minority and other underserved entrepreneurs launch and scale their businesses. This Program will provide funding to incubators, accelerators, and...

The U.S. Department of the Treasury released the revised SSBCI Capital Program Policy Guidelines on December 15, 2022.

The U.S. Department of the Treasury released an updated FAQ sheet for the State Small Business Credit Initiative program on December 8, 2022.

The U.S. Department of the Treasury announced the list of Tribal governments that submitted SSBCI Capital Program applications on November 29, 2022. The applications will now be reviewed prior to release of any funding for those programs.

The U.S. Department of the Treasury published the SSBCI National Compliance Standards on November 17, 2022.

Linking development finance and food systems can be a daunting undertaking for any community. Research on the current ecosystem of food systems finance has positioned CDFA to identify key strategies for the path ahead in this work. The Food Systems...

The U.S. Department of the Treasury announced that it will hold an SSBCI Fall Virtual Conference via Zoom from Monday, November 14, 2022, to Friday, November 18, 2022. The Virtual Conference will include discussion sessions and roundtables to allow...

On September 20, 2022, the U.S. Department of the Treasury published a request for information for public comment on how it could use its authority to fund SSBCI Technical Assistance to qualifying businesses. The original RFI deadline was October...