CDFI Lenders in Illinois
Illinois has 36 federally certified Community Development Financial Institutions — 16 credit unions, 10 loan funds, 5 bank or thrifts, 2 venture capitals, 2 bank holding companys, 1 depository institution holding company.
Most lenders are concentrated in Chicago (28), Oak Brook (1), Rock Island (1).
Largest CDFIs in Illinois
Ranked by total assets (NCUA / FDIC data).
Lenders that offer grants in Illinois
These CDFIs offer grant programs in addition to loans.
Frequently asked questions about CDFIs in Illinois
How many CDFIs are in Illinois?
There are 36 Treasury-certified CDFIs headquartered in Illinois, including 16 credit unions, 10 loan funds, 5 bank or thrifts, 2 venture capitals, 2 bank holding companys, 1 depository institution holding company.
What's the largest CDFI in Illinois?
By total assets, the largest CDFI in Illinois is International Bank of Chicago ($965.0M in assets).
Are there Native CDFIs in Illinois?
No CDFIs headquartered in Illinois currently hold Native CDFI certification, but Native borrowers may still qualify at other certified lenders in the state.
How do I qualify for a CDFI loan in Illinois?
Eligibility varies by lender, but CDFIs generally serve low- and moderate-income borrowers, small businesses, and underserved communities. Open a lender's page below to see its specific eligibility criteria, loan products, and how to apply.
All 36 CDFIs in Illinois
Allies for Community Business, Inc.
Chicago, 60612--182
American Bancorp of Illinois, Inc.
Oak Brook, 60523--110
Berean Credit Union
Chicago, 60609
Bridge Investment Community Development Corporation
Rock Island, 61201--802
C3 Impact Fund, LLC
Chicago, 60606--531
Chicago Community Loan Fund, The
Chicago, 60602--441
Chicago Municipal Employees Credit Union
Chicago, 60603
Cinnaire Lending Corporation
Chicago, 60606--241
Community Investment Corporation
Chicago, 60606--610
Community Plus Federal Credit Union
Rantoul, 61866--025
CTA South Federal Credit Union
Chicago, 60619
CTAFC FCU
Chicago, 60607
Fellowship Baptist Church Credit Union Inc
Chicago, 60609
First Eagle Bancshares
Chicago, 60607--190
First Eagle Bank
Chicago, 60607--190
GN Bank
Chicago, 60653--419
Greenwood Archer Capital, Inc.
Chicago, 60628--461
IBC Bancorp, Inc.
Stone Park, 60165--102
IFF
Chicago, 60604--410
International Bank of Chicago
Chicago, 60640--301
Israel Methcomm FCU
Chicago, 60619--014
Maroon Financial Credit Union
Chicago, 60637--140
Members "First" Credit Union
Quincy, 62301--223
National Community Investment Fund
Chicago, 60602
Neighborhood Lending Services, Inc.
Chicago, 60607
Pan American Bank & Trust
Melrose Park, 60160--142
Park Manor Christian Church Credit Union
Chicago, 60619--182
Pulaski Savings Bank
Chicago, 60608
Rockford Community Investment Fund
Rockford, 61101
SIU Credit Union
Carbondale, 62902
South Side Community Federal Credit Union
Chicago, 60609--630
St Helena Parish Credit Union
CHICAGO, 60643
St. Mark Credit Union
Chicago, 60619
TRP Lending, LLC
Chicago, 60608--272
Unified Homeowners of Illinois Federal Credit Union
CHICAGO, 60630--374
Vicinity Credit Union
Chicago, 60632--401