Local Enterprise Assistance Fund Inc

The Local Enterprise Assistance Fund Inc. (LEAF), founded in 1982, is a nonprofit Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) based in Brighton, MA, dedicated to supporting the cooperative economy through financing and advisory services. LEAF focuses on empowering small businesses and cooperatives across the nation, particularly in Massachusetts, by providing flexible funding and resources that promote shared ownership and economic inclusion.

With a mission centered on healthy food, affordable housing, and economic inclusion, LEAF has successfully leveraged over $32 million in indirect loans since 2002. Their initiatives, such as the Elevate Small Business program and the Massachusetts Food Trust Program, aim to enhance access to capital, business knowledge, and market opportunities for small enterprises committed to community well-being.

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