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Why Join CDBA?

Joining CDBA will connect your institution to a network of established, successful and knowledgeable CDFI bankers, give you access to up-to-date policy news and advocacy opportunities and allow your bank to reach its full potential while serving developing communities. We invite all CDFI certified banks and thrifts, as well as their supporters and colleagues, to become a part of our association. Joining CDBA entitles your bank to a wealth of industry-specific knowledge, shared best practices and tips and tools on navigating regulations specific to CDFI-certified institutions.

CDBA Member City First Bank of DC financed the construction of the first sit-down restaurant in this low-income section of the District, creating over 100 jobs. Join Us!

CDBA works to:

Help our member banks raise deposits and access and create new federal resources.
Promote peer learning, best practices exchanges and facilitating the creation or new solutions that help our banks better serve our communities.
Keep our membership aware of changes and trends in regulatory practices and federal policy being formed on The Hill. See our member benefits page to learn more about how joining CDBA can benefit your bank and connect your institution to other banks and thrifts facing similiar issues in unique and diverse communities.