The Anacostia Arts Center (powered by Wacif) Motown DC Exhibit was recently featured in a The Washington Post article! Thank you to the Washington Post and to Jordan D. Brown for shining a spotlight on the history of Go-go music and its positive effects on the newer generation. https://lnkd.in/eDQeXqWk
Washington Area Community Investment Fund, Inc. (Wacif)
Civic and Social Organizations
Washington, DC 5,828 followers
Increasing equity and economic opportunity in the Washington, D.C. area's underserved communities.
About us
The Washington Area Community Investment Fund (Wacif) advances equity and opportunity in the Washington, D.C. area’s underserved communities by providing financial capital, business advisory services, and strategic networking support to underinvested entrepreneurs. Since its inception in 1987, Wacif has deployed more than $50 million in capital, served more than 3,500 entrepreneurs with business advisory services, and helped create or retain more than 20,000 local jobs. To learn more about Wacif’s work, visit www.wacif.org.
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http://www.wacif.org
External link for Washington Area Community Investment Fund, Inc. (Wacif)
- Industry
- Civic and Social Organizations
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Washington, DC
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1987
- Specialties
- Small Business Loans, Micro-loans, Technical Assistance, Nonprofits, Entrepreneurship, Community Development, Inclusive Entrepreneurship, Community Wealth Building, Asset Building, Equitable Economic Development, Impact Investing, Social Impact, Equity, Small Business Advising, and Capital
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2012 Rhode Island Ave. NE
Washington, DC 20018, US
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1231 Good Hope Rd SE
Washington, District of Columbia 20020, US
Employees at Washington Area Community Investment Fund, Inc. (Wacif)
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Lyals Battle
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Valerie Kindt
Inclusive Finance | Small Business Finance | Fintech for Social Good | Customer Experience
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Rasul Sha'ir, MBA
2X TEDx Producer | TEDx Speaker | Entrepreneur | Innovation Strategist | Ecosystem Architect
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Shauna Yeldell
Chief Lending Officer at Washington Area Community Investment Fund, Inc. (Wacif)
Updates
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Washington Area Community Investment Fund, Inc. (Wacif) reposted this
#FlashbackFriday to the 2024 Cultivate Summit: Women Leading with Intention!✨ We appreciate everyone who was able to attend and thank our summit partners: CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, PNC, and the Minority Business Development Agency - U.S. Department of Commerce. Through the Cultivate Summit, we are able to work towards our goal of fostering a supportive environment for women founders to invest in their personal and professional growth and development. Let's continue to lead with intention - stay tuned for more upcoming events like the #EWOCCultivateSummit and subscribe to our email list through our website: ewoc.wacif.org Venue & Catering: Convene Event Planning: Bond Events Photography: Ruby Melton Videography: Julian Nguyen
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My favorite thing to do as an accountant is to consult with small business owners on their finances. Helping entrepreneurs understand their finances and maneuver through financial challenges is truly a passion of mine. Which is why I was THRILLED to provide free technical assistance to women-owned small businesses at the #2024CultivateSummit hosted by Washington Area Community Investment Fund, Inc. (Wacif). Thanks to all who attended. It was a fantastic event!!! #technicalassistance #financialliteracy #smallbusiness #entrepreneur
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VP Minority Business Development RM; Commercial Lender, Strategic Business Advisor, DE&I Advocate, Minority & Women Owned Business Advocate & GWA Supplier Diversity Chair
We are so proud to support Washington Area Community Investment Fund, Inc. (Wacif) Cultivate Summit 2024. #teampnc provided technical assistance, workshop, created new/ re acquainted with Women Owned businesses in the DMV area. We are sobglad to be part of this impactful event. Kathryn Clay, Tomica Poitier , Danny Liu and James Gebara
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Washington Area Community Investment Fund, Inc. (Wacif) reposted this
My heart is still full from this year's second annual Cultivate Summit! The Enterprising Women of Color DMV Business Center powered by Washington Area Community Investment Fund, Inc. (Wacif) along with other sponsors PNC and Carefirst proudly presented an inspiring event with the theme "Leading with Intention." We made authentic connections and engaged deeply with women entrepreneurs. Keynotes from Charis Jones and Terrand Smith and our very own CEO Shannan Herbert, along with insightful panels, provided valuable resources and learning opportunities. This summit empowered women founders to move from daily operations to strategic leadership roles. Job well done Marisela Rodela and the Wacif staff. Thank you to everyone who attended and made this event unforgettable. Let's continue to lead with intention! #EWOCCultivate2024 #WomenEntrepreneurs #EWOC #Wacif
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The Washington Area Community Investment Fund is committed to increasing equity and economic opportunity in the Washington D.C. area by investing knowledge, financial, and social capital in underserved entrepreneurs. Through our local expertise and lending we have been able to create meaningful change for underserved individuals and neighborhoods in and around Washington, D.C., for over 30 years. Access our 2023 Impact Report to learn more about how we've helped launch and grow businesses, create jobs, and build community wealth this past year. Download your copy today: https://lnkd.in/esZQdFYd
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Washington Area Community Investment Fund, Inc. (Wacif) reposted this
I am thrilled to share that this year’s Cultivate Summit was a resounding success! The Enterprising Women of Color DMV Business Center (EWOC) at Washington Area Community Investment Fund, Inc. (Wacif) proudly hosted our second annual summit this past Friday (6/21) with the theme "Leading with Intention." It was a day filled with opportunity for learning, access to resources and partners, network development, and community building. Thank you to everyone who attended and made this an unforgettable event. Let's continue to lead with intention and create community together! #EWOCCultivate2024 #WomenEntrepreneurs #EWOC #Wacif
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Washington Area Community Investment Fund, Inc. (Wacif) reposted this
Inspiring. Transformative. Life-changing. These are just a few of the words participants used to describe last week's convening of women entrepreneurs at the Cultivate Summit, hosted by The Enterprising Women of Color (EWOC) Center at Wacif. The sessions and panels, centered around this year's theme of "Leading with Intention," allowed us to share our stories of success and failure and provided a nurturing space for every woman in the room to ask questions and share her dreams. I am deeply grateful to the entire team at Washington Area Community Investment Fund, Inc. (Wacif) and Enterprising Women of Color DMV Business Center for organizing such a thoughtful and enriching program. Thank you to our partners and sponsors, our keynote speakers, and every woman that showed up ready to step into her purpose. #EWOCcultivatesummit2024 #womenentrepreneurs #leadingwithintention
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Washington Area Community Investment Fund, Inc. (Wacif) reposted this
HUGE shout out to Washington Area Community Investment Fund, Inc. (Wacif) for putting on an amazing Cultivate Summit for women #leadingwithintention! Not only was I able to talk about the 11th Street Bridge Park's small business programs, but I also made some amazing connections. Looking forward to next year!
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