• IFF’s Continuum in Practice: Going Deep in Place in Chicago’s North Lawndale Neighborhood

    What does it look like in practice for IFF to deploy its full range of tools to support community-led revitalization efforts while going deep in place in a single neighborhood, and what is the impact of that work?

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  • IFF Loan Clears the Way for Indianapolis’ Second Respite House for Children with Emotional Disabilities

    Nonprofit Murphy Mentoring Group will soon open a temporary home away from home for children with severe emotional disabilities, giving their caregivers an opportunity to rest, refuel, and take care of daily obligations without worrying about the well-being of their children.

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  • The ABCs of Facilities Projects: 27 Real Estate Terms Nonprofit Leaders Need to Know

    Capital projects are relatively rare occurrences in the lifecycle of most nonprofits, and, when the need for a new facility arises, making informed decisions starts with a clear understanding of the vocabulary of real estate and construction.

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  • Chicago's Cultural Treasures: A New Approach to Achieve Greater Equity in the Arts

    Launched in 2020, Chicago's Cultural Treasures is a multi-year initiative co-created by IFF that offers a combination of general operating grants, capacity-building, and technical assistance tailored to the needs of BIPOC-led and -focused arts and culture organizations.

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  • Photo Tour: An IFF Loan Fuels the Creation of a State-of-the-Art Launchpad for Careers in Tech

    St. Louis nonprofit LaunchCode was able to purchase its leased facility and complete renovations that have expanded the organization's capacity, created purpose-built spaces to support its programs, and catalyzed significant investment in the surrounding neighborhood.

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IFF provides loans, consulting, and development support to mission-driven nonprofits to help communities thrive. Key to our success has been a deep sense of purpose, a broad perspective, and a relentless focus on achieving positive results.

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Press Release: Amandula Anderson New Executive Director for IFF’s Indiana Region

January 26, 2023

The ABCs of Facilities Projects: 27 Real Estate and Construction Terms Every Nonprofit Leader Needs to Know

January 19, 2023

IFF’s Continuum in Practice: Going Deep in Place in Chicago’s North Lawndale Neighborhood

January 19, 2023

Arts and Culture Community Celebrates Chicago’s Cultural Treasures as Initiative Embarks on Its Next Phase

January 19, 2023

IFF Loan Clears the Way for Indianapolis Nonprofit to Open City’s Second Respite House for Children with Emotional Disabilities

January 19, 2023
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Press Release: Stronger Nonprofits Initiative Returns to Chicago, Addressing Barriers Leaders of Color Face in Accessing Resources

January 17, 2023
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Press Release: Executive Director for IFF’s Southern Region, Stephen Westbrooks, among the recipients of the 2023 St. Louis Titan 100

January 12, 2023
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Press Release: IFF Receives $75,000 Grant from Glick Philanthropies to Further Support Indianapolis Nonprofits Through Leadership, Programming, and Real Estate Coaching

January 10, 2023
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Together We Build More Vibrant, Equitable Communities

December 19, 2022

November 2022 Loan Round-up

December 1, 2022

Photo Tour: IFF Loan “Opens the Door” for St. Louis Nonprofit to Create a State-of-the-Art Launch Pad for Careers in Tech

November 23, 2022

South Bend Sustainability Program Helps Nonprofits Reduce Utility Costs and Shape a Greener Future for the Midwest

November 23, 2022
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