Rainier Valley Community Development Fund

Founded in 2000, the Rainier Valley Community Development Fund (RVCDF) is a non-profit organization dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable local economy in Southeast Seattle's Rainier Valley. As a certified Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI), its mission is to provide flexible, affordable commercial loans and free technical assistance to small businesses, community facilities, and affordable housing projects. RVCDF places a strong emphasis on serving enterprises owned by or serving people of color, immigrants, and refugees, aiming to build community wealth and counteract economic displacement.