NCI is a State of California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (DFPI) licensed lender.
License 60DBO-134960
NMLS 2324392.
Our commitment goes far beyond capital. We break down barriers for entrepreneurs at every stage. NEW Community Investments makes small business loans and grants delivering financial access to businesses. We focus on serving low-income communities.
Capital Access for California’s Communities and Small Businesses
Our Mission is Your Opportunity
We are striving to alleviate poverty by building economic wellness in all of our communities.

“I got through the pandemic and pivoted my business towards sustainable growth.”
Olivia Gonzalez
Grown Folks Foods
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Our Commitments To You
Intelligent
Using culturally relevant and data informed decision-making, we leverage data-driven insight and embrace the use of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and other cutting-edge technologies.
Innovative
We offer fresh perspectives, inventive solutions and creative problem solving that reshapes the narrative of community lending. With a team that’s forward-thinking and adaptive, we pioneer inclusive and tailored solutions.
Exceptional
Our discerning approach to identifying loan-worthy applicants goes beyond traditional metrics and drives us to seek out, and invest in, those with exceptional skills, vision, and dedication to their endeavors.
specialists
Backed by 40-years of honing our craft, we have a deep, and unique, understanding of the economic dynamics, cultural nuances, and financial aspirations of under-resourced populations in Southern California.