OFN National Policy Summit

The 2027 OFN National Policy Summit will focus on strengthening industry advocacy to adapt to the ever-changing federal environment. Throughout the day, participants will engage in interactive discussions and activities focused on the challenges and opportunities of the current policy landscape.

Sessions will explore unlocking state and local policy capacity, the state of play for CDFI priorities in the 120th Congress, the future of CDFI policy and increasing advocacy involvement for all CDFIs. Attendees will also be able to engage with federal leaders and lawmakers on critical CDFI policy priorities. 

The summit is designed for CDFI practitioners involved in policy and advocacy at their organization, those looking to build their skills in this area, and anyone interested in learning more about these topics.

Join us on Wednesday, February 24 for a full day of peer learning, collaboration, and community building in Downtown DC at the Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill.

Policy Summit attendees can also register to participate in a day of Capitol Hill visits on Tuesday, February 23, to meet with U.S. Senators, Representatives, and their staff to advocate for pressing industry priorities such as maintaining federal appropriations, affordable housing, and more. OFN Public Policy staff will schedule your meetings, provide talking points on OFN’s legislative priorities, provide materials to use during the meetings, and host an in-person briefing the morning of the fly in.

Space is limited and you MUST pre-register to participate in the Congressional visits.

Following your meetings, OFN will host a CDFI Congressional reception on Capitol Hill. All summit attendees, Congressional staff, and Members of Congress are invited to attend.

PLEASE NOTE:

• This event will only be offered in-person.
• Breakfast, lunch, coffee, beverages, and snacks will be provided on the full conference day.
• Cost: $350 OFN Members; $500 General/Non-Members
• Registration is non-refundable; however, you may transfer your registration to another individual at your organization at any point in time for an administrative fee. Please view the full policy on the "Fees" page for details.

IMPACT STORY COMPETITION

OFN is holding our second annual “Impact Story Competition”.

We are seeking the nation’s most compelling examples of how public sector programs enable CDFIs to provide essential, affordable financing and serve as alternatives to predatory lenders. 

These stories will take center stage at the Summit, as we continue the national conversation on the importance of federal investments in community finance. These stories will also be used to continue advocacy to policymakers throughout 2027. 

Learn more and how to submit your story here.

Know Before You Go

Public Transit

Attendees can easily reach the venue via metro by using the nearby Union Station, just a 7-minute walk away. Union Station also services Amtrak, VRE, and MARC trains.

Alternatively, Judiciary Square and Archives–Navy Memorial–Penn Quarter metro stations are both just a 15-minute walk away from the hotel. These stations are serviced by the Green and Yellow lines.

Accommodations

OFN has secured a discounted room block for registered attendees at the Hyatt Regency Washington DC Capitol Hill.

The discounted rate for a standard hotel room in OFN's block is $379 plus fees & taxes per night.

The hotel link to reserve a room will be included in the attendee confirmation email.

Please note that the discounted rate is available through 11:59 pm ET on Monday, February 1, 2027, or until the room block sells out, whichever comes sooner.

Parking

The Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill offers valet parking for guests and visitors. Self-parking is not available at the hotel. Valet parking rates vary based on the length of stay, with published drive-up rates starting at approximately $35 for up to two hours and $50 for two to ten hours.

Nearby Parking Options: Additional parking is available within walking distance of the hotel, including:

• Hall of the States Garage: 400 North Capitol Street NW, approximately a 2-minute walk.
• America's Square Garage: 361 First Street NW, approximately a 2-minute walk.

Attendees are encouraged to plan ahead, as parking availability and rates may vary. Additional parking options and advance reservations can be found through SpotHero.

Meeting Location

The Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill is located at 400 New Jersey Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20001, near the U.S. Capitol and Union Station. Upon entering the hotel, attendees should proceed to the designated event registration area for check-in and directions to the meeting space.

The summit will be held on the lower lobby floor in Grand Ballroom.

Location

Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill
400 New Jersey Avenue, NW
Washington, D.C., 20001

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