The decommissioned PSEG plant in Bridgeport. A CIF grant will fund its demolition, giving the state's largest city access to its waterfront. Credit: Molly Ingram / WSHU “Unlocking economic potential ...

What Is a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI)? Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) are private sector financial institutions that focus primarily on personal lending ...

Many Community Development Corporations (CDCs) are cultural and economic anchors in their communities. They provide essential affordable housing, local services, community amenities, and ...

According to the definition provided by the UN, community development is defined as "progress aimed at creating conditions of economic and social advancement for the community, with its participation, ...