During this installment of the CDFA // BNY Development Finance Webcast Series, panelists discuss the significant benefits of Industrial Development Bonds for manufacturers and governmental entities along with current developments that may expand the...

CDFA is pleased to announce Andrew Busker, Senior Staff Analyst at the City of Houston, as the newest graduate of the prestigious Development Finance Certified Professional (DFCP) program. Mr. Busker joins the ranks of fellow graduates who are...

The Bond Finance Reference Guide provides readers with a thorough understanding of the different types of bonds, key players in a bond transaction, strategies and techniques in structuring, sizing, and closing bonds, the process of issuing bonds,...

During this installment of the CDFA-Bricker Webinar Series, experts present strategies for how to use a variety of tax-related financing and exemption tools to acquire funding for housing projects. Learn the basics and real-world applications of...

During the CDFA Advocacy Briefing: First Look at Opportunity Zones 2.0, experts discuss the early news on Opportunity Zones 2.0. This updated and reformed program has the potential to drive significant private sector investment throughout the...

During this installment of the CDFA // BNY Development Finance Webcast Series, panelists discuss evolving trends in credit evaluations and how these developments can improve the accuracy, timeliness, and comprehensiveness of ratings to the benefit...

CDFA is pleased to announce Beth Woodring, Director of Financial Operations for the Frederick County Division of Economic Opportunity, as the newest graduate of the prestigious Development Finance Certified Professional (DFCP) program. Ms. Woodring...

The following energy lending guidance and tools were developed for the HPN CDFI Readiness Cohort, which helped eight Community Development Finance Institutions create strategies to launch and expand clean energy business lending programs by...

During this installment of the CDFA Food Systems Finance Webinar Series, we explore how food systems projects can remain viable and impactful amidst shifting federal priorities and how practitioners across sectors continue building creative...

CDFA is pleased to announce Kevin Donnelly, Vice President of Project Management for REDI Cincinnati, as the newest graduate of the prestigious Development Finance Certified Professional (DFCP) program. Mr. Donnelly joins the ranks of fellow...

During this installment of the CDFA // BNY Development Finance Webcast Series, panelists discuss how they successfully use Social Impact Bonds (SIBs) and other pay for success methodologies to mobilize private capital to fund projects in underserved...

The Council of Development Finance Agencies (CDFA at www.cdfa.net) seeks a motivated, well-organized and energetic individual to fill the position of Coordinator, Knowledge & Networks. This position is critical to the continued success of CDFA’s...

The Council of Development Finance Agencies (CDFA) is proud to announce the new CDFA Board of Directors members, Kayla Gross, Abigail McKnight, and Rebecca Sullivan. “We are delighted to welcome our new board members who will bring diverse expertise...

During this installment of the CDFA // BNY Development Finance Webcast Series, panelists provide valuable insights into navigating the complexities of P3 financing that can drive successful infrastructure projects.

 During this installment of the CDFA Food Systems Finance Webinar Series, we explore key networks providing essential funding and resources to support the growth of businesses and projects across the food system. From farmers and food processors to...

CDFA is pleased to announce Mindy Tramel, Loan Officer for Upper Cumberland Development District, as the newest graduate of the prestigious Development Finance Certified Professional (DFCP) program. Ms. Tramel joins the ranks of fellow graduates who...

The CDFA Foundation and the Council of Development Finance Agencies are honored to announce the 2025 Class of the Caren S. Franzini Fellowship. Join us in congratulating these four outstanding women: Gabriela Castillo, Coordinator, Office of...

During this installment of the CDFA-Bricker Webinar Series, attendees gain a clear understanding of the full lifecycle of a C-PACE project. From the initial concept and financing structure to the completion of energy upgrades and post project...

During this installment of the CDFA // BNY Development Finance Webcast Series, panelists provide an in-depth look at Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) bonds and how they’ve been used to finance the construction and rehabilitation of affordable...

CDFA is pleased to announce Charity Karanja, Attorney with Butler Snow LLP, as the newest graduate of the prestigious Development Finance Certified Professional (DFCP) program. Ms. Karanja joins the ranks of fellow graduates who are recognized as...

During this two-day interactive event designed to equip diverse housing developers with critical insights into affordable housing finance, policy, and capital strategies, industry experts, policymakers, and practitioners come together to explore the...

CDFA is pleased to announce Christopher Smith, Assistant Professor of Economic Development for the University of Southern Mississippi (USM), as the newest graduate of the prestigious Development Finance Certified Professional (DFCP) program. Mr....

During this installment of the CDFA // BNY Development Finance Webcast Series, panelists will explore the impact of federal tax policies, budget priorities, and political trends on the use and structure of PABs in financing critical public-private...

CDFA is pleased to announce Rachel Bakken, Senior Capital Project and Portfolio Manager for the Michigan Economic Development Corporation, as the newest graduate of the prestigious Development Finance Certified Professional (DFCP) program. Ms....

During the CDFA Advocacy Briefing: Preserve & Protect Tax-Exempt Bonds, experts discuss the threat to tax-exempt bonds and how you can get engaged to help preserve and protect this bedrock development finance tool.threat to tax-exempt bonds and how...

In this installment of the CDFA Food Systems Finance Webinar Series, we explore how food- and agriculture-related businesses—particularly those serving historically underserved communities—can access bonds to drive economic development and foster a...

During this installment of the CDFA // BNY Development Finance Webcast Series, panelists share their stories on how they utilized disaster recovery bonds to finance recovery efforts, restore infrastructure, and stimulate economic growth in affected...

During the CDFA Advocacy Briefing: Opportunity Zones 2.0, experts discuss the potential for new OZ legislation and explore what a future Opportunity Zones 2.0 program could look like.

CDFA is pleased to announce Rob Rishel, Economic Development Administrator for the City of Westerville, OH, as the newest graduate of the prestigious Development Finance Certified Professional (DFCP) program. Mr. Rishel joins the ranks of fellow...