A Caring Community Lender
“The Genesis Fund's involvement in this project really rounded it out. Their support makes opportunities like this possible.”
Genesis connects communities to capital, breaking down systemic barriers to prosperity and opportunity.
Genesis is a caring, creative, flexible lender.
We’re here to help. Borrowing from Genesis is often the solution when traditional lenders are unable to support community projects.
Like other Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs), Genesis has a track record of stepping up to assist where other lenders can’t or won’t.
Where does the money we loan come from? Investment in the Genesis Fund comes from government grants, private foundations, and other institutional and business sources as well as individuals.
As borrowers repay loans over time, the Genesis Fund “revolves” investment into more projects.
The fact is, it’s our donors and investors who make essential community projects happen.
Read more: Why Borrow From Genesis?
We will find a
way to say “yes.”
We innovate to meet complex needs, and focus on concrete outcomes and solutions.
By keeping our structure simple, we can be nimble, responsible and flexible, and make projects happen that otherwise wouldn't.
Impact
Genesis has made $109 million in loans.
Genesis lending has leveraged $698 million from other sources.
Genesis has contributed 32,000 hours of expert project guidance.
Genesis stands on a firm foundation strengthened by a network of active investors.
“Genesis really invested in getting to know our mission, our aspirations, and us early on. They’re always so generous with their time, wisdom, and advice.”
“We want to express our gratitude to the Genesis Fund for starting Loaves & Fishes on this amazing journey and for helping to make our dream a reality!”
“It's hard to develop a project that helps the community and serves multiple goals. . . . Genesis comes in and smooths it all over and makes it all work. They're the 'secret sauce' in a lot of my projects.”
“Genesis was instrumental in our being able to preserve much-needed affordable housing for our community. They always find a way to make a worthwhile project succeed.”
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Join us as we move capital to meet community needs. In addition to earning a financial return, you'll become a partner in meaningful community development.
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