Join host Katelyn and guest, Gene Combes as they dive into how partnerships between CDFIs and outside lenders unlock opportunities for impactful community projects. Discover real-life success stories, challenges, and strategies that make financing tailored and transformative.

Gene Combes
Vice President, Specialized Lending Group
Real Consultants Mortgage
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In honor of Native American Heritage Month, this episode celebrates the power of financial inclusion and the transformative partnerships between Native American communities and Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs). We explore how these collaborations are fostering economic sovereignty, empowering tribal entrepreneurs, and creating lasting community impact. Featuring the inspiring Colville Project—a $36 million health facility initiative in Omak, WA—this episode highlights how tailored financial solutions are reshaping futures and preserving cultural heritage. Join us to learn more about these groundbreaking efforts and discover resources to support Native-led economic development.

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In this episode, we're diving deep into how CDFIs are stepping up to address the growing affordable housing crisis. We'll explore key programs like the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) and the Capital Magnet Fund, breaking down how these tools empower CDFIs to fund and support much-needed housing projects. With the rising challenges and barriers to developing affordable homes, we discuss how CDFIs are innovating and overcoming obstacles to create housing opportunities when it's needed most. Tune in to learn how CDFIs are leading the charge to make affordable housing a reality.

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In this episode of Funded!, we delve into the essential partnership between brokers and Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs). Join us as we explore how these two critical players in the financial ecosystem work together to drive economic development and provide vital resources to underserved communities.

Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of this pivotal relationship and discover how brokers and CDFIs are working hand-in-hand to foster economic growth and community empowerment.

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Are you ready to dive into the world of community financing with a fresh perspective? In this episode, we're unlocking the secrets to empowering Gen Z with the knowledge they need to take control of their community's futures. Join us as we explore innovative community financing options available from CDFIs for social impact investing. Listen to this full CDFI guide and get insights on how Gen Z can leverage these tools to fuel their entrepreneurial dreams and create lasting community impact. Tune in to discover how the next generation can shape the financial landscape and build stronger, more resilient communities!

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In Ep.9 we are looking at how the next generation of adults will shape the future of community development through the various initiatives at the forefront of their social and political improvements, including increasing the access to healthcare, affordable housing and closing the racial wealth gap  - social issues Gen Z have prioritized that in part, can be championed by community development efforts.

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Season’s greetings, happy holidays, and warmest welcome from all of us here at Clearinghouse CDFI and Funded!

In this episode of Funded! we will be taking a stroll down memory lane and reminiscing on some of the feel good moments that stick out in our staff members minds during their tenure with Clearinghouse CDFI. We polled our staff to get those memories in their own words and in this episode we are going to relive some of their stories. Join me and the rest of us here at Clearinghouse CDFI in kicking off the holiday season!

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In episode seven, Katelyn is joined by Business Development Officer, Keoni Gray. Follow along while the pair are discussing the differences between CDFIs and traditional banks, general vocabulary and a summary of the entire loan process. This episode serves as a great way to understand how borrowing with Clearinghouse CDFI works and find out the answers to some of the most commonly asked questions.

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In episode six, Mai Ha, Director of Clearinghouse CDFI's Impact Department, discusses the different impact metrics we track, elaborates on the history of our Impact Department , as well as some of the challenges her team faces.

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In episode five of Funded!, Katelyn sits down with Lawrence Chavez, Clearinghouse CDFI’s resident New Mexico Specialist. Lawrence sheds light on how Clearinghouse CDFI addresses the unmet credit needs in New Mexico, touches on the rich culture of community and what its like being in a state on the precipice of transformational change.

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