“You run into people willing to help you along the way. CIC it has been fantastic, working with you guys. I recommend that when people have that itch to start something, to move forward.
Even though CIC turned me down initially for the first truck/trailer purchase, they were positive, helpful, and guided me so I could qualify six months later with proven financial history. You were such a blessing.” – Chuck Ugalde, Owner
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Raising Money on Wefunder- Is Equity Crowdfunding Right for You?
CIC, Stackhouse, and New Way Home share what there is to know about equity crowdfunding, how it can help businesses addressing community challenges and the Community Investment Corporation’s partnership with WeFunder.
Continue readingCIC is a Copper Cactus Award Finalist
CIC is humbled and honored to be a finalist for the Tucson Metro Chamber Copper Cactus Awards. We were nominated for the Tucson Electric Power Social Impact Award and invite you to join us for the virtual awards event on Oct. 17, 7-8 p.m.
Continue readingHFAC Partnership Impact Report
In mid-March, as Arizona began to implement public health and safety measures, our community’s small businesses began a long hard uncharted road that was and is difficult to navigate. The journey continues as COVID-19 mitigations are still a critical part of containing this pandemic, but we at CIC would like to take a quick pause to give incredible thanks to those who helped support our emergency response work in the first few months of this crisis.
Continue readingCOVID-19 Emergency Relief Impact Report
In mid-March, as Arizona began to implement public health and safety measures, our community’s small businesses began a long hard uncharted road that was and is difficult to navigate. The journey continues as COVID-19 mitigations are still a critical part of containing this pandemic, but we at CIC would like to take a quick pause to give incredible thanks to those who helped support our emergency response work in the first few months of this crisis.
Continue readingCOVID-19 Emergency Loan- Originate Natural Building Materials
“Originate started off 2020 with our 4th best 1st quarter in our 16-year history as a company. Then COVID hit with stay at home orders and our revenue for April and May dropped by almost 50%. That was scary and we were trying to figure out how to navigate uncharted territories. I feel a sense of calm now.” Natasha Winnik, Owner/Founder
Continue readingCOVID-19 Emergency Loan- Sunrise Custom Jewelry & Repair
“The loan from CIC gives me a lot of peace of mind. It is going to keep the boat afloat until people feel like they can come out again.” Don Lovett, Owner
Continue readingCOVID-19 Emergency Loan- Michelle L. Coronado, Medical Transcription
“I am thankful for the CIC loan. I applied for three other programs but I never heard back. Having this CIC loan allows me to continue providing needed medical transcription services even though the volume has decreased temporarily because non-emergency visits are down.” Michelle L. Coronado, Medical Transcription
Continue readingCOVID-19 Emergency Loan- Eclipse Clinical Research
“We are forever grateful to CIC for helping during these unprecedented times. Thanks to CIC we were able to pay all of our employees while waiting for PPP and EIDL loans to process. I’d like to send a special thank you to Brian from the Loan Team who was wonderful to work with and kept us updated through every step of the process” Felice Anderson, President
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