There is one group of students that is, proportionally, accruing more student debt than others—African American students—and to a greater degree—African American students at HBCUs.

CDFIs like Reinvestment Fund are positioned to connect the dots between community partners, financial institutions and policymakers to help drive healthy and equitable communities.

If HBCUs are to realize their full potential as a driver of economic and community development, their value and impact must be recognized by the capital markets.