Ascendus

Mission

Ascendus is a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) committed to financial ascension for all. Since 1991, we have provided more than $433 million in capital and financial education to over 57,000 underserved small business owners — 78% of whom identify as women, immigrants, or entrepreneurs of color. Through proprietary tools like the FinHealth Score® and the Ascendus Borrowing Index, and programs including Get Ready and the Childcare Provider Initiative, we equip entrepreneurs not just with loans, but with the knowledge and confidence to grow, thrive, and strengthen their communities. This Way Up!

New York NY | EIN: 11-3317234
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501(c)(3) organization

Ascendus

Mission

Ascendus is a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) committed to financial ascension for all. Since 1991, we have provided more than $433 million in capital and financial education to over 57,000 underserved small business owners — 78% of whom identify as women, immigrants, or entrepreneurs of color. Through proprietary tools like the FinHealth Score® and the Ascendus Borrowing Index, and programs including Get Ready and the Childcare Provider Initiative, we equip entrepreneurs not just with loans, but with the knowledge and confidence to grow, thrive, and strengthen their communities. This Way Up!

New York NY | EIN: 11-3317234
Profile managed by nonprofit | Is this your nonprofit?
501(c)(3) organization

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100%
Website Reported on Tax Form:Yes
100%
No Material Diversion of Assets:Yes
100%
Financial Statements:Yes
100%
Records Retention Policy:Yes
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Tax Form Disclosed on Website:No
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