Client Success Story: How Mary Turned a Family Health Crisis into a Thriving Wellness Brand with Help from CCNY
May 29, 2025
Meet Mary, Founder of Lola Snacks When Mary, a mother of five, was faced with the unimaginable—her husband suffering from…
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Community Capital New York Welcomes Mark O. Brazier, EDFP as New Senior Loan Officer
May 7, 2025
Community Capital New York (CCNY), a leading Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI), is pleased to announce the appointment of Mark…
- Read more about The Herbal Scoop: How One Woman Turned Passion into a Thriving Business
The Herbal Scoop: How One Woman Turned Passion into a Thriving Business
March 24, 2025
In the heart of the Catskills, an herbal farm and botanical tea shop is making waves in the wellness community.…
- Read more about Acute Inflections is Paving the Way for Black Entrepreneurs
Acute Inflections is Paving the Way for Black Entrepreneurs
February 27, 2025
A Vision Beyond Entertainment Acute Inflections, founded by Elasea Douglas and Sadiki Pierre, is more than just an entertainment company. This…
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Signed By McFly
February 3, 2025
Here’s how support from Community Capital New York (CCNY) helped Mugzy strengthen his business credit, achieve financial success, and elevate…
- Read more about Community Capital New York Welcomes Robert Benitez as New President & Chief Executive Officer
Community Capital New York Welcomes Robert Benitez as New President & Chief Executive Officer
January 13, 2025
Community Capital New York (CCNY) is proud to announce the appointment of Robert Benitez as its new President and CEO, effective January…
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New Roc Taxi
September 11, 2024
New Roc Taxi provides transportation services primarily to the New Rochelle and Long Island Sound communities in Westchester County. On…
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KRAVE Restaurant
July 30, 2024
In the heart of New Rochelle, where the city pulses with change and growth, lies a culinary treasure, Krave Restaurant.…
- Read more about Essential Financial Literacy Strategies for Entrepreneurs
Essential Financial Literacy Strategies for Entrepreneurs
March 26, 2024
Financial literacy is crucial for both new and seasoned entrepreneurs to effectively manage their businesses. Here are the top 5…
- Read more about Yeah Mon Restaurant and Lounge
Yeah Mon Restaurant and Lounge
March 18, 2024
Growing up, Leslie Sandford and Verna Nixon-Lawrence were immersed in the rich culinary culture of Jamaica, where every dish carried…
- Read more about Hopeful Cleaning – A Client Story
Hopeful Cleaning – A Client Story
January 31, 2024
Hopeful Cleaning, founded by Mario Bocanegra, is on a mission to transform the Latino workforce by promoting sustainability. Mario’s cleaning…
- Read more about Essential Tips for Securing Small Business Loans
Essential Tips for Securing Small Business Loans
January 11, 2024
Looking to secure a loan for your small business this year? We've got you covered! Here are some essential tips…
- Read more about Welcoming Kelly Almanzar, Our New Chief Lending Officer
Welcoming Kelly Almanzar, Our New Chief Lending Officer
April 7, 2023
Community Capital New York is pleased to announce the recent appointment of Kelly Almanzar as Chief Lending Officer. Kelly has…
- Read more about Community Capital New York Welcomes Ian J. Benjamin as Interim President & CEO
Community Capital New York Welcomes Ian J. Benjamin as Interim President & CEO
November 22, 2022
We are delighted to announce the recent appointment of Ian J. Benjamin as our Interim President & Chief Executive Officer.…
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Welcome to Our New, Bilingual Website
October 28, 2022
We are thrilled you are here as we launch our bilingual, English, and Spanish website and our new application lending…
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Westchester County Business FIRST
October 14, 2022
Westchester County Business FIRST: Financial Investments for Recovery and a Sustainable Tomorrow is providing immediate financial relief to Minority and…
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Surpassing the Sustainability Standard
September 14, 2022
Meet Lauren Hauck and Lauryn Phinney of The Community Builders (TCB). Hauck and Phinney are overseeing the development of the…
- Read more about Moyer Carriage Lofts
Moyer Carriage Lofts
September 14, 2022
We are excited to support Housing Visions, a non-profit construction company, in its joint venture with Redevelopment CNY LLC- a…
- Read more about The Louella
The Louella
September 14, 2022
We are excited to announce our partnership on another affordable housing project being developed by The Community Builders (TCB) in…
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Building in The Bronx
September 14, 2022
We are excited to partner with TCB, The Community Builders, on another affordable housing project- West Tremont Senior. The project,…
- Read more about Elder’s Auto Spa
Elder’s Auto Spa
September 13, 2022
Elder’s Auto Spa Chappaqua, New York For more than three years, we have been proud to partner with the power…
- Read more about Miller’s Touch Cleaning Services
Miller’s Touch Cleaning Services
September 13, 2022
Miller’s Touch Cleaning Services Newburgh, New York Spend thirty seconds with our small business client, Founder and CEO, Latreece Miller…
- Read more about Mane 101 Hair Salon
Mane 101 Hair Salon
September 13, 2022
Mane 101 Hair Salon New Paltz, NY Amanda Potts Opens a Business During a Global Pandemic Amanda Pott's goal is…
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Homespun Foods Café
September 13, 2022
Homespun Foods Café Beacon, New York Why Joe Prioritizes His Employees Inspired by his experience as a wine director at…
- Read more about Stella Bella Beauty Salon
Stella Bella Beauty Salon
September 12, 2022
Stella Bella Beauty Salon Kingston, New York After 15 years of hard work in the salon industry, Johnah Incardona was…
- Read more about Gracie’s Bulldog Grille
Gracie’s Bulldog Grille
September 12, 2022
Gracie's Bulldog Grille Orangeburg, New York Meet AJ and Jen, the multifaceted husband and wife duo. As entrepreneurs, they know…
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S.T.E.P. ACADEMICS
September 12, 2022
S.T.E.P. ACADEMICS Yonkers, New York A Nonprofit Lending Story Receiving a fulfilling and quality education is a basic necessity, yet…
- Read more about Trained By Jake & Breakthrough Fit Co
Trained By Jake & Breakthrough Fit Co
September 12, 2022
Trained By Jake & Breakthrough Fit Co Hartsdale, New York When fitness centers across the country were forced to close…
- Read more about Floor 13 Textiles
Floor 13 Textiles
September 12, 2022
Floor 13 Textiles Fishkill, New York Floor 13 Textiles, Kathleen Bennett Marold's business venture, has garnered attention from Forbes and…
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Mother Gaia Greens
September 12, 2022
Mother Gaia Greens Putnam County, New York Meet Mother Gaia Greens: Co-Founded by sisters Kathleen and Michelle, this start-up business…
- Read more about Taaru Majeure
Taaru Majeure
September 12, 2022
Taaru Majeure Larchmont, New York Taaru means beauty and elegance in the native language of Wolof Sénégal. When Mama Faye…
- Read more about Stella’s Fine Market
Stella’s Fine Market
September 6, 2022
Stella’s Fine Market Beacon, New York For years, Nikki Hayes dreamt of opening a shop full of carefully and locally…
- Read more about Little Loaf Bakeshop
Little Loaf Bakeshop
September 6, 2022
Little Loaf Bakeshop Beacon, New York What comes to mind when you think of your local bakery? While the delectable…
- Read more about Boom Hair Studio
Boom Hair Studio
September 6, 2022
Featuring Jose Hidalgo, Founder of Boom Hair Studio Not only are we proud to offer our clients access to lower-interest…
- Read more about Housing Visions
Housing Visions
September 2, 2022
For 30 years, Housing Visions has made immense strides in the affordable housing market and community revitalization. They started in…
- Read more about The Ridgeway, Community Builders
The Ridgeway, Community Builders
August 25, 2022
“Building mixed-income communities in Westchester would not be possible without partners like Community Capital New York. We are thankful for…
- Read more about The Disproportionate Impacts of the Pandemic
The Disproportionate Impacts of the Pandemic
August 25, 2022
Our community-based lending programs have always focused on supporting minority-owned businesses to help combat the challenges they face, including the…
- Read more about MNR Pest Solutions
MNR Pest Solutions
August 24, 2022
MNR Pest Solutions Beacon, New York Behind every small business are stories of hope and fearless determination, though the journey…
- Read more about Black Parakeetz
Black Parakeetz
August 24, 2022
Black Parakeetz Beacon, New York Do you ever dream of having fun at work? Terry and Kisha Clarke sure did!…
- Read more about Ramblin Coffee
Ramblin Coffee
August 18, 2022
Ramblin Coffee White Plains, New York Whether you’re a coffee fan or not, daily coffee consumption is an integral part…
- Read more about Los Hornitos
Los Hornitos
August 10, 2022
Los Hornitos Wappingers Falls, New York For the last 17 years, Los Hornitos Bakery in Wappingers Falls has stood as…
- Read more about Sweet Bee Day Care
Sweet Bee Day Care
September 28, 2020
Margarita Hidalgo, Founder and CEO In Service to Happy Children & Happy Parents Margarita Hildalgo’s mission is to be in…
- Read more about Sacred Seeds
Sacred Seeds
May 26, 2020
Sacred Seeds Yonkers, New York For more than two decades, Jennifer Ann Safara Perry has been committed to finding the…
- Read more about Green Grass Real Estate
Green Grass Real Estate
May 13, 2020
Green Grass Real Estate Bronxville, New York Green Grass Real Estate—a Bronxville-based real estate broker---wasn’t considering the rental market as…
