CDFI Fund: “Access to Capital and Credit in Native Communities” Report Released
NEW REPORT FOCUSES ON CHANGES OVER THE LAST 15 YEARS AND OPPORTUNITIES MOVING FORWARD May 23, 2016 A new independent report on access to capital and credit in American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian communities (Native Communities) was released today by the Native Nations Institute. The Access to Capital and Credit in Native Communities…
FDIC: Resources for Small Businesses During National Small Business Week
The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) today highlighted the agency’s resources to help small businesses get the most from their banking relationships. The information is being emphasized to coincide with National Small Business Week, May 1-7. Small businesses employ roughly half of all Americans and account for more than 60 percent of net new jobs,…
ABA: The Grandparent Scam – What You Need To Know
May is ‘Older Americans Month’ WASHINGTON — Every year thousands of seniors fall victim to impersonation scams. According to the Federal Trade Commission, between 2012 and 2014, consumers reported more than $42 million in losses from scams involving the impersonation of family members and friends. These scams, commonly known as the “grandparent scam,” is a…
ABA: Foundation Community Commitment Awards Call for Entries
Deadline for entries is July 1 WASHINGTON — The American Bankers Association’s Foundation is requesting submissions for its annual Community Commitment Awards to recognize banks’ essential involvement in their communities. The awards will honor innovative, high impact contributions banks make to the customers and communities they serve. The entry period will extend to July 1. “Receiving a…