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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

Following Hurricane Helene, the CSBDF research team conducted a survey of almost 140 WNC entrepreneurs that received services from its...

Introduction Following Hurricane Helene, the CSBDF research team conducted a survey of almost 140 WNC entrepreneurs that received...

Introduction This post is the third in a series based upon the results of a survey of WNC entrepreneurs conducted following Hurricane...

Introduction Hurricane Helene’s impact on small businesses in Western North Carolina (WNC) was widespread and profound. As a result of...

Introduction   On September 27, 2024, Hurricane Helene struck Western North Carolina (WNC), causing extensive flooding, mudslides, and...