LEAF, Local Enterprise Assistance Fund Information

LEAF is a nonprofit Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) that finances democratically-owned enterprises (cooperatives) and provides culturally competent technical assistance (TA) to disadvantaged entrepreneurs. LEAF's work builds community economic power, expands access to healthy food and affordable housing in underserved areas. At the core of LEAF's work are the issues of equity and inclusion in health and economics. We strongly believe in the right of every person to a quality job, access to affordable healthy food, and adequate, stable housing.