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About This Project
Summary
This short video series relays stories of community impacts initiated by The Faith Fund—a unique collaboration between New Orleans Firemens Federal CU and 4 nonprofits serving Baton Rouge’s most underserved minority ZIP codes. The campaign shows how trust-based partnerships, inclusive financial tools, and community-rooted coaching help residents escape predatory debt, build credit, and reclaim economic dignity. The videos stress the need to assist those historically financially excluded.
Goals & Objectives
Expand financial inclusion in Baton Rouge’s underserved areas, disrupt predatory lending, build credit and stability, deliver services through trusted partners, and share impact stories through video. The goal is to inspire systemic change and replicate this community-rooted model.
Results & Impact
In the past year, The Faith Fund disbursed $1.6M in affordable loans to 260+ clients, saving an estimated $1.7M in predatory interest & fees. With a 97% repayment rate and 60%+ improving credit scores, the program redirected capital into long-term community stability and financial dignity.
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