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Community Development Bankers Association is the national trade association of the community development bank sector, which includes banks that are certified community development financial institutions and other mission-driven banks. As the voice and champion of the industry, we educate policymakers and stakeholders about the importance of the sector and the needs of the low- and moderate-income communities they serve. We help our members build capacity and provide solutions so they can better serve their communities.

What CDBA Delivers

  • Federal public-policy advocacy that advances the CDFI and mission-focused banking sector, educating policymakers about the work these banks do and the needs of communities they serve
  • Learning and education through our annual Peer Forum and a year-round calendar of webinars and workshops
  • Market intelligence and performance benchmarking exclusive to member banks
  • Connections that guide value-aligned deposits and capital to community lenders

Our Members

CDBA represents certified CDFI and other mission-focused banks and thrifts dedicated to balancing margin and mission while fueling economic opportunity. Our members provide access to capital and financial services in communities that have historically not been adequately served by the traditional banking industry.

Latest News

Beneficial State Bank: The business—and moral—imperative for banks to tackle the housing crisis - Oct. 30, 2025

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Carver Bancorp, Inc. strengthens leadership team with appointment of Jason Sisack, former OCC executive, as Senior Enterprise Risk Management Advisor to the CEO - Nov. 4, 2025

"Carver Bancorp, Inc., the holding company for Carver Federal Savings Bank, a certified Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) and...

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