Success Stories

When opportunities for expansion arose, CEDF helped Spice Town evolve into a one-stop community destination bringing familiar flavors and cherished traditions to thousands of customers.

As their small-batch, responsibly sourced coffee business expanded, this husband-and-wife team sought a financial partner who truly understood their goals.

Aropa partners with nonprofits, foundations, governments, and community organizations across the United States and internationally, helping them strengthen strategy, fundraising, operations, technology, and leadership.

When navigating growth came with challenges, Marciela Magana came to CEDF for financial guidance and strategic support—and found the reassurance she needed to think long-term.

During a critical time for the business, CEDF provided working capital and strategic guidance that allowed Noyes & Associates to retain staff, hire new team members, and expand their reach.

Husband-and-wife team Christopher Vernick and Fabiola Arnao turned to CEDF seeking the capital to seize a new business opportunity. What they found was a full-circle support system.

When nurse practitioner Cheryl Cuozzo opened her own integrative medicine practice, CEDF helped her navigate every administrative challenge, from bookkeeping to marketing strategies.

After the dream of running her own business had simmered on the back burner for years, CEDF gave Sara Roberts the support system she needed to turn her vision into reality.

A long-standing relationship with CEDF gave pediatric occupational therapist Aubrey Schmalle the foundation she needed to build her business.