Advocacy Work
The Minnesota CDFI Coalition seeks to increase the collective voice and influence of the Minnesota CDFI community by developing policy positions and advocacy tool sharing for the coalition members. Access a one page handout for legislative discussions.
In the spring of every year, the Coalition hosts a Day at the Capitol to convene CDFIs, learn about issues affecting them, and to coordinate meetings with legislators. Follow our upcoming events page to get more details.
Economic Community Development
The Coalition is committed to advocating for state and federal resources to advance small business development and growth and real estate development for its clients. These state programs have a lasting impact on the economic prosperity of the communities and clients CDFIs serve.
Housing
The CDFIs in the coalition that advance housing projects are helping grow the economy. The coalition is committed to elevating CDFIs as a trusted partner for the state and federal resources that are available, many of them new resources since 2023.