First State Community Loan Fund 15th Anniversary Presentation (click for video)

First State Community Loan Fund Participates in National Entrepreneurship Week  (click for video)


There is no debating that barriers exist as it relates to the pursuit of the American Dream. For some people, it remains just that — a dream. Whether it is starting a business, owning a home or just bettering yourself - that is where First State Community Loan fund comes in.

First State Community Loan Fund is a not-for-profit Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) that specializes in supporting small businesses, micro-enterprises and affordable housing in the State of Delaware. Simply put, First State's goal is to help create jobs, increase housing opportunities and build wealth for communities throughout Delaware by breaking down the barriers that make achieving these goals difficult.

As a federally-certified CDFI, FSCLF leverages funds from investors and contributors
to lend for the construction and renovation of affordable housing, the start-up and expansion of businesses, and the provision of essential community services.

FSCLF is a full member of the Opportunity Finance Network and the
Association for Enterprise Opportunity
.




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