Building equitable economic prosperity in Minnesota
The statewide coalition of Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) working together to increase resources and access to capital for small businesses, affordable housing, individuals, and community organizations across the state.
Minnesota CDFIs
More than 40 certified CDFIs and other mission-driven lenders operate in Minnesota, providing capital and support for small businesses, housing development, home ownership, childcare, cooperatives, nonprofit organizations, and consumers. MN CDFIs are located in cities, rural communities, and Tribal communities. CDFIs make loans that other lenders consider too risky, investing in the assets and possibilities of people in their communities.
Minnesota CDFI Coalition Conference
Join the Minnesota CDFI Coalition for our second annual conference! This free, one-day event is open to people working in the CDFI sector, partners, and advocates. The conference will feature:
- Speakers on critical issues facing CDFIs
- Interactive panels and learning sessions
- Opportunities for networking and relationship-building
Register now, with full conference schedule details to come. Join in to keep building the Coalition and strengthening the CDFI sector in Minnesota!
What: Minnesota CDFI Coalition Conference
Where: St. Cloud River’s Edge Convention Center, 10 4th Ave S, St Cloud, MN 56301
When: 9AM-4:30PM, Friday, October 2, 2026
Upcoming Events
Tuesday, September 15 at 12:00 p.m. Part of the Minnesota CDFI Coalition’s work is to provide space for connection and collaboration, and the Monthly Topical Calls are themed along an area of work or interest. This summer saw the launch of Twin Cities Builds Credit, an initiative designed to help more residents become financially empowered Read more Monthly Topical Call – September 2026 – Twin Cities Builds Credit
Join the Minnesota CDFI Coalition for our second annual conference! This free, one-day event is open to people working in the CDFI sector, partners, and advocates. The conference will feature: Register now, with full conference schedule details to come. Join in to keep building the Coalition and strengthening the CDFI sector in Minnesota! Details to Read more 2026 Minnesota CDFI Coalition Conference
Tuesday, November 17 at 12:00 p.m. Part of the Minnesota CDFI Coalition’s work is to provide space for connection and collaboration, and the Monthly Topical Calls are themed along an area of work or interest. Join us in November for a conversation with Kim Nagle of Damn Plan LLP for a discussion on a new Read more Monthly Topical Call – November 2026 – Ripple Effect Impact Calculator
Tuesday, December 15 at 12:00 p.m. Part of the Minnesota CDFI Coalition’s work is to provide space for connection and collaboration, and the Monthly Topical Calls are themed along an area of work or interest. Join us in December of an Open Forum conversation – hear updates about the Coalition heading into 2027, bring your Read more Monthly Topical Call – December 2026 – Open Forum
Tuesday, January 19 at 12:00 p.m. Part of the Minnesota CDFI Coalition’s work is to provide space for connection and collaboration, and the Monthly Topical Calls are themed along an area of work or interest. Register now and stay tuned for details! If you have a question you want to ask in particular, send it Read more Monthly Topical Call – January 2027
Tuesday, February 16 at 12:00 p.m. Part of the Minnesota CDFI Coalition’s work is to provide space for connection and collaboration, and the Monthly Topical Calls are themed along an area of work or interest. Join us in February for a conversation with Tyler Vogel and Christin Metzo of the Initiative Foundation to talk about Read more Monthly Topical Call – February 2027 – Social Entrepreneurship
Minnesota CDFI Data Map
Previewed at the Minnesota CDFI Coalition Conference in September, this new mapping tool uses U.S. Department of the Treasury Data Transaction Level Report data to show the impact of CDFIs in Minnesota! Use it for storytelling, advocacy, and casemaking – and give us feedback on features you want to see!