Inclusiv Credit Unions

07/15/2026

As part of its "The Future of CDFIs" webinar series, CDFI Friendly America is hosting The Rising Influence of CDFI Credit Unions" featuring Inclusiv SVP of Policy & Communications Alexis Iwanisziw as a speaker!

The conversation, which also includes Mark Pinsky, along with leaders from Prime Financial Credit Union and FirstLight FCU, will explore the credit union model in community development and explore how it is changing how investors, policy makers, CDFI consumers, and others are thinking about CDFIs.

Join us Tuesday, July 21 at 2PM ET/11AM PT! Register now to secure your spot: https://ow.ly/UiNE50ZnYUR

07/15/2026

Grow your mortgage portfolio!
The next cohort of our "High-Impact Mortgage Lending" virtual course starts Thursday, August 13th.

This 7-week, hybrid virtual course teaches concrete mortgage lending strategies for your credit union to expand homeownership in low- and moderate-income communities. Learn more and enroll today: https://training.inclusiv.org/courses/high-impact-mortgage-lending-1

07/14/2026

📢 Good news,
Inclusiv Business Forward is expanding to Rochester, NY. We welcome Genesee Co-op Federal Credit Union as our new participating lender.

If you know a small business in the Rochester area looking for capital, tell them to check Inclusiv Business Forward. 👇

Inclusiv.org/bizforward

https://inclusiv.org/news/rochesters-genesee-coop-joins-inclusiv-business-forward

07/08/2026

🚨Attention NYC & Syracuse small business owners

That feeling when your business needs inventory, equipment, marketing, and working capital… and your savings account is the one paying for everything. 😵‍💫

If your business is located in NYC or Syracuse, Inclusiv Business Forward can connect you with participating credit unions offering flexible financing solutions designed for local small businesses.

See if your business is eligible — you decide whether to move forward.

🔗 https://bit.ly/Bizforwardprofile

07/07/2026

Reflections from retired Inclusiv President/CEO Cliff Rosenthal on the early days of the CDFI movement:

In March, 2026, NYS CDFI Coalition brought together two of the most...

07/03/2026

As we celebrate America's 250 years of independence, we also reflect on the importance of financial independence and the resilience that defines our nation. Inclusiv is proud to help low- and moderate-income people and communities across the US and its territories, achieve financial independence through credit unions.

Wishing everyone a safe and happy fourth of July! 🇺🇸

07/01/2026

Attention NYC & Syracuse small business owners 📣

No matter what industry you’re in, access to the right financing can make all the difference.

Through Inclusiv Business Forward, you can connect with participating credit unions that understand the needs of local small businesses and offer flexible financing solutions to help you grow.

Whether you’re planning your next expansion, purchasing equipment, increasing inventory, or investing in your business, we’re here to help you explore your options.

✅ Check if you’re pre-qualified—there’s no obligation to move forward.

🔗 https://bit.ly/Bizforwardprofile

06/30/2026

More good news!

The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) announced it awarded $3.47 million in Community Development Revolving Loan Fund (CDRLF) grants to 97 low-income designated credit unions across the country. Over half of the 97 awardees are Inclusiv members, representing 60 percent of all grant dollars awarded.

These critical funds will be directed toward outreach, technology modernization, talent development, and emerging credit union capacity.

These results highlight the federal recognition of community development credit unions and the essential role they play in expanding financial opportunity.

For more information: https://ncua.gov/newsroom/press-release/2026/ncua-awards-347-million-through-expanded-cdrlf-grants?utm_source=copilot.com

06/30/2026

📢 Good news!

Yesterday, the CDFI Fund released notices of funding availability (NOFAs) for the Small Dollar Loan (SDL) Program and the Bank Enterprise Award (BEA) Program. This outcome was the result of months of sustained advocacy across Inclusiv, our members, CDFI industry partners, and bipartisan supporters in Congress.

We welcome this critical step forward in strengthening CDFIs' capacity to provide affordable small dollar loans for people during periods of financial strain. While these NOFAs are typically released earlier in the year, the FY 26 round was delayed due to OMB approval processes—similar to other CDFI programs—resulting in a compressed application window and award timeline.

Holy Rosary Credit Union, is a previous SDL recipient. (Photo from their annual meeting)

We encourage Inclusiv members to review the NOFA carefully and start preparing their applications as soon as possible, given this shortened timeline.