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Women’s History Month Spotlight: Introducing Little Tibet Market & Café

Announcement, Impact Stories, Projects / Kirby Toon

March marks the month of celebrating influential and trailblazing American Women. Forward Community Investments (FCI) proudly celebrates the inspiring entrepreneurial journey of Namgyal Ponsar and her family, whose recent loan closing marks a significant milestone. Their story is one of resilience, cultural preservation, and culinary passion. A Journey Rooted in Resilience Two decades ago, Namgyal’s […]

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Connecting to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s Mission

Announcement, Impact Stories / Portia Adney

As we welcome in the New Year and commit to our new year’s resolutions and initiatives, FCI would like to take this moment to remember the mission of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. King envisioned a world of economic justice and equality, where all people have the opportunity to thrive regardless of their background.

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Season’s Greetings and Reflections: Celebrating a Year of Impact

Announcement, Impact Stories / Portia Adney

As our 30th year comes to a close, Forward Community Investments reflects with pride and gratitude the incredible impact we’ve achieved throughout Wisconsin with our borrowers, partners, and investors. This year has been a testament to the power of partnerships, innovation, and our shared commitment to building a more equitable and inclusive future for all.

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Education and Insights from Industry Conferences: FCI’s Commitment to Continued Learning

Announcement, Impact Stories / Portia Adney

Throughout the year, real estate and finance professionals gather at key conferences to network, exchange innovative ideas, and explore the future of their industries. At FCI, we seize these opportunities to engage with industry leaders, share our experiences, and enhance our collaboration in an ever-evolving marketplace. Today, we’re sharing insights from the recent Wisconsin Real

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FCI’s Commitment to Child Care and Education

Announcement, Impact Stories / Portia Adney

As children across Wisconsin head back to school this month, FCI is proud to celebrate the educational and childcare centers that are essential to vibrant, thriving communities. However, the current funding model for Early Childhood Education (ECE) centers—relying primarily on family payments and public subsidies—often perpetuates inequity. Low-income families are disproportionately affected, struggling to afford

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FCI Receives National Recognition for $12.1MM Rural NMTC Deployment

Announcement, Impact Stories, News, Partner Highlight, Projects / Kirby Toon

The Novogradac Journal of Tax Credits has presented FCI with the “2024 Community Development QLICI of the Year Award” in the Non-Metro category for its innovative use of New Markets Tax Credit (NMTC) financing to provide $12.1MM in funding for the construction of the Lac Courte Oreilles Community Health Center located in Hayward, WI. Addressing

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Celebrating FCI’s Asian American Pacific Island Partner Organizations

Partner Highlight, Impact Stories / Portia Adney

Did you know that Wisconsin has the third largest Hmong population in the U.S.? In honor of Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, we are highlighting two FCI borrowers: the Hmong American Women’s Association (HAWA) and the Eau Claire Area Hmong Mutual Assistance Association, Inc (ECAHMAA). HAWA: Empowering Generations HAWA is a non-profit organization

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Hmong American Women’s Association (HAWA)

Impact Stories / Ryan S

Wisconsin has the third largest Hmong population in the U.S., and in honor of Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) month, we are highlighting FCI borrower, the Hmong American Women’s Association (HAWA). HAWA is a non-profit organization that was founded in 1993 by a group of thirteen community women who had a strong passion to advocate,

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Urban League of Greater Madison (UGLM) – Accelerating Diversity in Madison’s Entrepreneurial Ecosystem

Impact Stories, Partner Highlight / Marlena C

As the holidays quickly approach, we’re reminded of the importance of giving back to our community. And this year, the team at FCI is thrilled to see so many individuals already fully immersed in the giving spirit. For one of FCI’s partners, the Urban League of Greater Madison (ULGM), this holiday season’s generosity has been

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Wisconsin Food Hub Cooperative

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Challenge The Wisconsin Food Hub Cooperative is farmer-led co-op working to get local food into the grocery, distributor, institutional, and school market channels. The Food Hub is committed to building a vibrant local and regional food system that supports all levels of the value-chain; farmers, businesses, and consumers. Cash flow challenges in its first year

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