Speaker: John Bodnar, Small Business Community Lender, Community Reinvestment Fund, USA.

CRF is a leading Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI). CRF supports mission-driven organizations, increases economic mobility, and builds strong local economies through the development of solutions aimed at creating an equitable financial system.

This series features presentations by capital providers and information about how to access different forms of capital. Each investor or lender will speak on:

• The types of businesses they fund and the funding they make available,

• What makes a successful ask for capital,

• Examples of success stories, and

• How to apply/pitch for funds.

Questions? Email us at polsky@uchicago.edu