By Amy Hereford, LiftFund CEO In 1949, a visionary group of women in Kansas City came together to create the American Business Women’s... The post Celebrating American Business Women’s Day appeared first on LiftFund ..read more

As we enter September, National Preparedness Month serves as an important reminder for small business owners to protect their operations ... The post September is Disaster Preparedness Month: How Small Businesses Can Protect Themselves and Recover Faster appeared first on LiftFund ..read more

LiftFund Achieves Coveted “A” Rating for Financial Strength & Performance We’re excited to share some big news about our commitmen... The post We’re Leveling Up! appeared first on LiftFund ..read more

As the echoes of history resonate today, the story of Juneteenth stands as a beacon of resilience and hope, marking both a pivotal moment in the fight for freedom and a reminder of the enduring quest for equity. Just as the news of emancipation took time to reach all corners of America, the journey toward equality and equity in lending continues to unfold slowly, but steadily. In this spirit of progress and perseverance, we reflect on Juneteenth not only as a celebration of liberation, but also as a catalyst for change.  Our mission at LiftFund has always stayed true – to provide opportun ..read more

We are delighted to share that Linda Toyota, our Market Executive at LiftFund, has been appointed to the City of Houston’s Office of Business Opportunity (OBO) Advisory Board. This appointment is not just a personal achievement for Linda, but a significant milestone for LiftFund and a testament to our commitment to supporting small businesses and entrepreneurs. Linda’s role on the OBO Advisory Board marks a pivotal moment in our efforts to deepen our commitment to elevate and empower small business owners in Houston. Her expertise and leadership are invaluable assets in advancing the Board’s m ..read more

SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS (May 23, 2023) – LiftFund, a nonprofit small business lender, has appointed Laurie Vignaud as its new President and CEO, heralding a new era of growth, innovation, and transformative leadership for the organization. This appointment follows the exceptional nearly 30-year tenure of LiftFund’s founder Janie Barrera, leaving a profound legacy within the Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) industry. Expressing deep gratitude for Janie Barrera’s leadership and dedication, LiftFund’s board chair Jeff Brouillard remarked, “We are immensely grateful to Janie for ..read more

LiftFund is thrilled to announce that we have been awarded a gift from the Texas Women’s Foundation to strengthen our support for women entrepreneurs in south Dallas. This partnership marks an exciting milestone in our ongoing mission to empower women entrepreneurs and support their journey towards success. With this grant, we are poised to strengthen our business education and lending offerings to aspiring and established women entrepreneurs in the Dallas-Fort Worth community.  Texas Women’s Foundation is dedicated to transforming Texas for women and girls, enabling them to build st ..read more

LiftFund is thrilled to announce that we have been awarded a gift from the Texas Women’s Foundation to strengthen our support for women entrepreneurs in south Dallas. This partnership marks an exciting milestone in our ongoing mission to empower women entrepreneurs and support their journey towards success. With this grant, we are poised to strengthen our business education and lending offerings to aspiring and established women entrepreneurs in the Dallas-Fort Worth community.  Texas Women’s Foundation is dedicated to transforming Texas for women and girls, enabling them to build st ..read more

The PepsiCo Foundation has opened applications for the 2023 Impacto Hispanic Business Accelerator program. In partnership with Accion Opportunity Fund, Allies for Community Business, LiftFund, and Prospera, the Impacto program aims to empower Hispanic-owned businesses — specifically food and beverage businesses that are beloved community staples — to grow by providing learning and networking opportunities, as well as grant funds. View the official press release here.  Selected participants will get exclusive access to a full suite of FREE program offerings, including:  one-on-one an ..read more

SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS (May 23, 2023) – LiftFund, a nonprofit small business lender, has appointed Laurie Vignaud as its new President and CEO, heralding a new era of growth, innovation, and transformative leadership for the organization. This appointment follows the exceptional nearly 30-year tenure of LiftFund’s founder Janie Barrera, leaving a profound legacy within the Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) industry. Expressing deep gratitude for Janie Barrera’s leadership and dedication, LiftFund’s board chair Jeff Brouillard remarked, “We are immensely grateful to Janie for ..read more