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"The moment I took the money, I was able to breathe a sigh of relief. This one check from Ascendus was affording me the freedom to treat whoever I want, whenever I want." Stories of Ascension: Lifting UP Community premieres its sixth and final video today with the inspirational story of Sherry from Clinical Care Offices. At her clinic, Sherry works with the youngest victims — children that witnessed mom murdered by dad, children that witnessed gang violence, and children caught in the crossfire of shootings. Her practice provides a safe space where those children can play, build coping skills, and move forward. Last year, the property owner wanted to sell the office, which would have closed her practice. With an Ascendus loan, bolstered by support from Santander, Sherry bought the office and became the owner of her own clinic. View Sherry's story: https://lnkd.in/eFYcsrg4 #smallbusiness #boston #community

I believe that regaining mobility, in this case expressed through the improved financial health of those we serve, is THE economic challenge of our time. Thank you, Kristen Scheyder, for leading Citi's investment in this area. Thank you, Marisa Jackson Walster and FHN, for creating a simple but powerful tool to guide our work. Thank you, Bulbul Gupta and PCV, for making jobs mean something again. Thanks to all who attended for your openness to exploring other ways to track and measure the impact of your great work by attending the session and the 40th anniversary of Opportunity Finance Network in LA.

Access to Capital—Supporting Small Business Growth Together 💼✨ Last month, Andrea Ierace, our SVP of Lending, joined the Access to Capital Panel hosted by TD Bank, where we explored the impact of CDFI lending in empowering small business owners. Through partnerships like this, we help entrepreneurs access the capital they need to grow, thrive, and create lasting change. 🌟 Together, we’re building stronger communities. 🚀 #AccessToCapital #SmallBusinessGrowth #TDPartners #CDFI #EconomicOpportunity #Entrepreneurship #CommunitySupport #Partnerships

Proudly Re-Certified with the Borrowers' Bill of Rights ✨ At Ascendus, we believe every small business owner deserves fair and transparent lending practices. That’s why we are proud to announce that we have been re-certified with the Borrowers' Bill of Rights, reaffirming our commitment to ethical financing. This certification ensures that borrowers have the right to transparent terms, responsible underwriting, and fair treatment. We are dedicated to providing financial solutions that empower small business owners to make informed decisions boosting their financial journey. Learn more about these rights and our commitment to ethical lending here > https://bit.ly/3Uiwk3j #BorrowersBillOfRights #EthicalLending #SmallBusinessSupport #Transparency #ResponsibleLending #FinancialEmpowerment

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Discover Boston's Hidden Gems: The Ascendus Client Guide 🏙️✨ Explore Boston like never before! This October, we’re showcasing the small businesses that make this city truly one-of-a-kind. From mouthwatering breakfasts at Donut Villa Diner 🍩 to delicious Jamaican flavors at Jamaica Mi Hungry 🇯🇲—these local gems have grown with the support of Ascendus loans. Supporting them means celebrating resilience, culture, and the spirit of Boston. Download our Boston Client Guide and see how small businesses make a big impact > https://bit.ly/4f5t0QS

🌟 Meet the Team! 🌟 Last week, the Ascendus team came together for our annual offsite event: The Journey Up! Mapping the Path to Financial Health. 🚀 This three-day in-person collaboration allowed us to reflect on how we can better serve our clients as they navigate their financial health journey. At Ascendus, financial health is at the heart of everything we do. Each step we take is aimed at helping small business owners thrive and supporting them on their financial journey. 💼💪 #FinancialHealth #SmallBusinessSupport #TheJourneyUp #MissionDriven #BusinessGrowth

Celebrating Community and Women Empowerment 🌟 Last month, we were thrilled to join partners and community champions for two inspiring events with the attendance of Neysa Cruceta, our Get Ready Program Manager: 1️⃣ At M&T Bank, "Night of Woman Empowerment" event in Manchester, MA, recognizing the incredible impact of women entrepreneurs in our community. 💪 2️⃣ At Rhode Island Small Business event: "Empowering LocalBiz: Start, Grow, Scale!" alongside Dasiel Rondon, Program Coordinator for RI Small Business Hub, empowering small business owners with the resources they need to thrive. 🌱 Together, we’re building resilient communities through connection and growth. Thank you to all our amazing partners! #Ascendus #CommunityEmpowerment #WomenInBusiness #SmallBusinessSuccess

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month: Edwing’s Impact through Fashion and Sustainable Employment ✨ Edwing’s journey is a powerful story of resilience and giving back. After storm damage destroyed his inventory, Edwing turned to Ascendus, which helped him rebuild his business, Life is a Runway. But his story didn't stop there—he now empowers over 300 women in Colombia by teaching them fashion skills, and creating sustainable opportunities in the industry. 💪👗 This Hispanic Heritage Month, we honor Edwing’s creativity, community spirit, and impactful journey! Read his amazing story here > https://bit.ly/3BM7t12

Congratulations to Digital E Consulting with Alexander Nunez for everything he does to improve our city parks trees soils with #drone technology. Florida weather threats make us understand how important is to listen to experts at each architectural-engineering project. Ascendus this way up!