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The data is clear: diverse small businesses are a powerful economic force. But despite their undeniable economic impact, diverse small business owners receive only a fraction of the funding and support available. Several public and private programs exist to fill these gaps in support for diverse businesses, and they are in danger. The U.S. Supreme Court’s rejection of affirmative action opened the door to legal challenges questioning the validity of initiatives aimed at funding small business owners of color.

CDFI Essentials supports new and emerging CDFIs to learn skills, create policies and manage risk — while meeting their mission to serve entrepreneurs of color and LMI communities.