Unconditional Care Senior Services: Bridgette Boyd
When Bridgette Boyd was 5-years old, she heard a television announcer say that Mother Teresa would be interviewed that night on 60 Minutes. She froze in her tracks, knowing that she just had to watch. That moment, she says, “transformed [her] life,” revealing how she wanted to live, in service and making a difference in the lives of others. This theme has followed her throughout her journey to becoming a business owner, and her mission to bring her community up with her. For
Investing in Impact
How CSBDF’s small business lending drives jobs, payroll earnings, and tax revenue across North Carolina Executive Summary CSBDF’s lending generates meaningful and measurable economic value for communities across North Carolina. Using IMPLAN economic modeling software, this report estimates the economic impacts of CSBDF’s small business loans during fiscal years 2024 and 2025, as well as the cumulative impact of CSBDF’s lending activity since 2011. The report’s findings show t
An Innovative Model for Examining the Financial Impact of COVID-19 on Small Businesses in Durham
This report documents CSBDF’s partnership with the City of Durham to support small businesses recovering from the economic impacts of the COVID‑19 pandemic. While CDFIs are widely recognized for delivering emergency capital to small firms during times of crisis, this report highlights how CDFIs can also serve as effective local partners—providing technical assistance, small grants, and access to capital that help entrepreneurs stabilize and grow. By sharing our approach and o