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
Our second annual Minnesota CDFI Coalition Conference will be on Friday, October 2, at the River’s Edge Convention Center in St. Cloud!
Stay tuned for full registration and conference details to come, but mark your calendars and start planning to attend. This conference is an opportunity for CDFI staff from across organizations to come together, learn, and connect. Share your ideas about content, topics, and speakers via this form!
Upcoming Events
August 18, 2026 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 call details and topics! If you have a question you want to ask in Read more Monthly Topical Call – August 2026
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. Register now, and stay tuned for call details and topics! If you have a question you want to ask in Read more Monthly Topical Call – September 2026
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. Register now, and stay tuned for call details and topics! If you have a question you want to ask in Read more Monthly Topical Call – November 2026
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. Register now, and stay tuned for call details and topics! If you have a question you want to ask in Read more Monthly Topical Call – December 2026
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!