Our 5-Year Roadmap
From proving our concept with 3-5 businesses to becoming a certified CDFI, here's how we plan to grow our impact and transform communities through strategic investment.
Year 1: Building Our Foundation
We're currently in our foundational year, focusing on proving our Revenue-Based Financing model and establishing strong community partnerships.
Initial Capital Pool
Target Businesses Year 1
Focus Communities
Establish our foundation and demonstrate the effectiveness of our RBF model
Key Goals
- Fund 3-5 businesses in Camden and West Africa
- Refine our support and mentorship model
- Establish tracking and reporting systems
- Build initial Advisory Network
- Launch monthly newsletter and community events
Success Metrics
- 3-5 businesses funded
- $7,000 deployed in investments
- Monthly reporting system established
- First community partnerships formed
Reinvest returns and expand our reach through strategic partnerships
Key Goals
- Reinvest returns from Year 1 businesses
- Pursue grants and institutional partnerships
- Expand to 10-15 total businesses funded
- Develop formal mentorship program
- Establish regular workshop series
Success Metrics
- 10-15 businesses in portfolio
- $25,000+ in total capital deployed
- Grant funding secured
- Formal mentorship program launched
Transform into a formal CDFI and significantly expand our community impact
Key Goals
- Become a certified Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI)
- Expand to multiple cities in both regions
- Develop specialized sector expertise
- Launch entrepreneur training programs
- Create sustainable funding pipeline
Success Metrics
- CDFI certification achieved
- 50+ businesses funded
- $100,000+ in total impact
- Multi-city presence established
Our CDFI Vision
Community Development Financial Institution
By Years 3-5, we aim to become a certified CDFI, unlocking access to federal funding, tax credits, and expanded capacity to serve our communities.
Expanded Reach
Serve multiple cities across West Africa and the Philadelphia region
Greater Impact
Fund 50+ businesses with $100,000+ in total community investment
Institutional Support
Access federal programs and partnerships for sustainable growth
Be Part of Our Journey
Whether you're an entrepreneur ready to grow your business or a community partner interested in collaboration, there's a place for you in our roadmap.