VIRTUAL CDFI 101: ORIENTATION TO THE INDUSTRY OVERVIEW
New to the CDFI industry—or a current practitioner wanting to learn more? Start here! During this half-day orientation, you’ll learn what a CDFI is, get to know the four types of CDFIs, and discover the industry’s growing impact on communities across the country. We’ll walk through how the industry has evolved over the past 50 years—shaped by early mission-driven leaders, bipartisan champions, and catalytic support from groups like the Women Religious.
You’ll come away with an understanding of the industry's roots, why CDFIs matter, and what’s happening in the field today. From industry trends to surprising fun facts (yes, Saturday Night Live really did mention the CDFI Fund), this Orientation will ground you in the essentials—and offer a great opportunity to build community and network with others in the CDFI sector!
Date: Wednesday, August 12 | 1:30-4:30 PM ET
Location: This training will take place virtually via Zoom. Registrants will receive an email with an agenda, logistical details, and their unique Zoom access link from OFN's Development Services team a few days prior to the training.
Registration Fee: $140 per person for OFN Members; $215 per person for General/Non-Members. Please note that registration fees for this training are subsidized as it is sponsored by the Citi Foundation.
OFN TRAINING: Structured with practitioners in mind.
✔ Gain practical, actionable insights -Through interactive learning, you’ll gain the tools, resources, and ability to start translating concepts into practice at your organization immediately.
✔ Maximize your time - OFN offers training adjacent to all our in-person events, so arrive early or stay later at regional meetings, the Small Business Finance Forum, or the annual OFN Conference to attend our in-person trainings! We also host trainings virtually and at our Washington, D.C., headquarters.
✔ Build your network - Through networking activities and discussions, you’ll connect with fellow professionals and leaders in the CDFI community.
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