Business Details
Empowering Nonprofits with Flexible Financing & Expert Consulting
Non Profit Finance Fund (NFF) is a national nonprofit lender, consultant, and advocate dedicated to advancing community wealth and well-being through equitable financial solutions. With decades of experience in the social sector, we provide tailored financing, expert consulting, and thought leadership to help nonprofits adapt, thrive, and drive systemic change. Our work centers on addressing the full financial realities of nonprofit operations, from capital access to facility planning, while advocating for policies that strengthen the nonprofit financial ecosystem.Through partnerships and innovative frameworks like the Full Cost Model, we empower organizations to build financial resilience and deliver lasting impact. As a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI), we combine rigorous financial expertise with a commitment to equity, ensuring communities nationwide have the resources needed to prosper.
Services
Financing
Consulting
Collaborations
Full Cost Framework
BEACoN
Highlights and features
- We offer tailored financing solutions to meet nonprofits where they are.
- Our consulting services strengthen financial management and strategic decision-making.
- We advocate for systemic changes to improve nonprofit funding practices.
- Our Full Cost Framework aligns funders and nonprofits around complete financial needs.
- We collaborate across sectors to build community-owned assets and long-term impact.
Associations and certifications
- Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI)
What people say
Flexible financing
Expert guidance
Transformative advocacy
Community-focused
Tailored solutions
Services
Financing
NFF provides tailored loans, lines of credit, and tax credits to support nonprofit financial stability. Our flexible financing helps organizations acquire facilities, manage cash flow, and sustain operations. By meeting nonprofits where they are, we enable long-term growth and community impact.
Consulting
Our customized consulting services strengthen nonprofit financial management and strategic decision-making. We offer expert guidance on budgeting, facility planning, and storytelling to help organizations navigate challenges and realize their missions. This support ensures sustainable growth and operational clarity.
Collaborations
NFF drives systemic change through cross-sector collaborations that reshape funding practices. By partnering with mission-aligned organizations, we create community-owned assets and innovative solutions. These efforts amplify impact, fostering equitable development and shared prosperity.
Full Cost Framework
The Full Cost Framework aligns nonprofits and funders around complete financial needs. It ensures transparent budgeting for programs, infrastructure, and staff. This approach promotes sustainable funding models, enabling organizations to thrive while delivering effective community services.
BEACoN
BEACoN supports nonprofits and developers in acquiring community-owned assets. This initiative strengthens local economies by preserving affordable spaces and fostering equitable development. Through BEACoN, organizations gain tools to create lasting community wealth and resilience.
People
Aisha Benson
CEO
Aisha Benson leads NFF's mission to advance community wealth through equitable finance. With decades of social sector experience, she champions policies that strengthen nonprofit resilience and advocate for systemic change in funding practices.
Antony Bugg-Levine
Former CEO
Antony Bugg-Levine co-created NFF's frameworks for nonprofit financial resilience. His advocacy reshaped philanthropy's role in supporting nonprofits during crises, emphasizing flexible funding and long-term sustainability for community-driven organizations.
Marcus Walton
Strategic Advisor
Marcus Walton contributes expertise in nonprofit leadership and crisis response. His work with NFF focuses on equity-centered strategies, ensuring communities have resources to thrive amid economic and policy challenges.
Questions
What services does NFF offer nonprofits?
NFF provides loans, consulting, and advocacy to strengthen nonprofit financial resilience. We specialize in tailored financing, facility planning, and frameworks like Full Cost to address complete financial needs.
How does NFF support community development?
Through BEACoN and cross-sector collaborations, NFF helps nonprofits acquire community-owned assets. These initiatives foster equitable development, preserving affordable spaces and driving long-term local economic growth.
Can small nonprofits access NFF's services?
Yes. NFF offers flexible financing and free resources for organizations of all sizes. Our consulting services and frameworks like Full Cost are designed to meet nonprofits where they are, regardless of scale.
What geographic areas does NFF serve?
NFF works nationwide, with active programs in California, Pennsylvania, New York, and beyond. We prioritize regions where community wealth-building initiatives can create systemic, equitable impact.
How does NFF advocate for nonprofit funding reform?
NFF partners with policymakers and funders to reshape nonprofit financial systems. Our advocacy promotes flexible grants, timely payments, and policies that recognize the full costs of nonprofit operations.
