Register Today for the 2007 CDFI Institute!

Dear Colleague:
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Join us in Washington, DC May 10-11 for the 2007 CDFI Institute exploring “The New National Policy Environment: What Does it Mean for CDFIs?”
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To download a 2007 CDFI Institute brochure visit (www.cdfi.org/uploader/files/CDFI07_Institute.pdf) and to register online visit (www.cdfi.org)
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Highlighting this year's CDFI Institute are speeches by Representative Barney Frank, Chairman of the influential House Financial Services Committee, and Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) Chairman Sheila Bair. In addition to learning how the 110th Congress and Federal regulators plan to address affordable housing issues, the need for increased consumer protections, and CDFI’s role in the U.S. financial system, the CDFI Institute will continue to bring together philanthropic and corporate investors, policy makers, and CDFI leaders from across the country for an exciting program of education, advocacy, and networking.
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At the 2007 CDFI Institute learn about resources available from the CDFI Fund and hear new CDFI Fund Director Kimberly Reed’s vision for the community development sector. Take the opportunity to educate your Congressional Representatives about community development issues, and most importantly, learn from other CDFI representatives how your passion to better the lives of low income people through finance is being applied nationwide.
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In 2007 it is critical all sectors of the CDFI industry demonstrate to national policy makers the positive impact CDFIs are having in communities. Make your plans now to participate in the 2007 CDFI Institute, May 10-11 by registering at (www.cdfi.org).
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If you are interested in 2007 CDFI Institute sponsorship, exhibits, or advertising opportunities, please e-mail carr@cdfi.org for more information.
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We look forward to seeing you in Washington, DC!
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Sincerely,
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Kerwin Tesdell, President
Community Development Venture Capital Alliance
Chair, Coalition of Community Development Financial Institutions
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Patrick Carr, Program Associate
Coalition of Community Development Financial Institutions

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Register for the CDFI Coalition’s Annual CDFI Institute TODAY!
"The New National Policy Environment: What Does it Mean for CDFIs"
May 10 – 11, 2007 in Washington DC
For information & registration go to:*www.cdfi.org
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