Community land trusts and community development corporations have a profound impact in fostering sustainable communities. Recently, Community Vision closed several pre-development loans to help get important community-led real estate projects off the ground, connecting capital to community.
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Mercy Investment Services carries forward the legacy of the Sisters of Mercy by championing social justice through impact investing. For nearly 15 years, Mercy has partnered with Community Vision, supporting initiatives that address racial and economic inequities in underserved communities.
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We’re thrilled to announce that Community Vision has received a $15 million grant from philanthropist MacKenzie Scott and her organization, Yield Giving. This is the second gift Community Vision has received from Ms. Scott and will grow our impact in California’s communities of color and low-income communities.
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Southwest Fresno was once a thriving hub of opportunity. The community has endured some of the most severe realities of civic and systemic disinvestment in the city. Today, the Southwest Fresno Development Corporation is using strategic real estate development and homeownership education to restore the community and cultivate economic inclusion.
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South Tower Community Land Trust is leading change in Fresno’s Tower District, a center for the LGBTQ+ community in the Central Valley. Emphasizing community control of land and resources to tackle systemic barriers, they are reimagining community development and fostering grassroots power.
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We are thrilled to welcome Bhavani Daryanani to Community Vision’s Board of Directors! With over 20 years of experience in finance, strategy, and impact investing, Bhavani brings a wealth of expertise to our mission-driven work. Her passion for addressing inequities and guiding organizations toward greater impact makes her a perfect fit for our community-focused mission.
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Founded by dedicated neighbors seeking change, Lowell Community Development Corporation is revitalizing the community by rehabilitating homes and advocating for residents, embodying the power of local action to overcome decades of disinvestment.
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Fresno’s communities, historically affected by disinvestment and discriminatory policies, are forging paths toward more equitable development. In this series, explore some of the ways our clients and borrowers are revitalizing Central Valley neighborhoods and promoting community-driven solutions for economic and racial justice.
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Hamilton Families is entering a new chapter in addressing family homelessness, with their recent acquisition of a 15,000-square-foot building in San Francisco’s Mission District. This permanent home not only stabilizes their operations but enhances their ability to serve over 1,000 adults and children annually.
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Explore how Safe Passages is expanding its impact in the East Bay. With support from Community Vision, they recently added a new facility to their headquarters in Old Oakland, enabling the launch of a Community Wellness and Prevention Center that will enhance their array of services to the community.
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Meet long-time investors Bill and Victoria Bruckner, who have been contributing to societal change through socially responsible investing with Community Vision for over 30 years. Their journey highlights the impact of investing in community assets and services like affordable housing and mental health support.
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We are thrilled to announce our partnership with Community Spaces Network to present the 2025 Social Purpose Real Estate (SPRE) Summit! Join us in Los Angeles from May 6-8, 2025 for this event that will bring together leaders and experts in community real estate for an engaging and thought-provoking experience.
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