Community Economic Development Fund (CEDF)

Alternative Financing CEDF has numerous loan products to assist small business owners who have problems obtaining traditional financing, CEDF provides loans with flexible terms to ensure business success. Access to Business Expertise CEDF provides ongoing business support after the loan is closed. CEDF's professional staff assists each borrower to reach the goals of the business plan and to address issues that might get in the way of success. A Comprehensive Community Development Approach In addition to working with small businesses, CEDF provides technical assistance and grants to community-based organizations working to improve their neighborhoods. Small businesses cannot operate in a vacuum but need safe and attractive places to operate. CEDF provides grants for community-based economic development projects that stabilize and enhance neighborhoods.