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Impact Seven is a nonprofit CDFI that was established in 1970 in rural northwestern Wisconsin. It builds capacity in underserved communities throughout the state and beyond, and provides innovative, socially-motivated investments and services. Impact Seven’s commercial and residential real estate projects revitalize distressed communities through cross-sector partnerships and local involvement. Workable loans, equity investments, and technical assistance from Impact Seven support job sustaining small- and medium-sized businesses unable to secure traditional financing. As Wisconsin’s first New Markets Tax Credits (NMTC) awardee in 2002, the organization today services a $169 million NMTC portfolio. Impact Seven manages a diverse portfolio of quality, affordable housing options for low-income families, including 840 units set aside for elderly persons or persons with disabilities. Projects are located in 55 communities across the state, including many in rural areas and a growing urban portfolio in Milwaukee.
Press Releases
Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago Announces Community First® Award Winner in Green Bay, Wisconsin
CHICAGO, March 22, 2018 – The Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago (FHLBank Chicago) was pleased to announce a third recipient of its 2018 Community First Awards yesterday at its member meeting in Green Bay, [...]
Laacke & Joy wins Bank Loan Deal of the Year
MILWAUKEE – CARW (Commercial Association of REALTORS® Wisconsin), the voice of commercial real estate, is pleased to announce the organization’s 2018 Board of Directors and the 2017
Garden Terrace Apartments Receive Critical Tax Credit Award
La Crosse's Garden Terrace Apartments moves forward with a tax credit allocation A $683,000 Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) allocation this month will jumpstart the Garden Terrace Apartments development in La Crosse. “The [...]
Greater Wisconsin Opportunities Fund Receives $75M NMTC Award
(MADISON) - The Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority (WHEDA), through its Community Development Entity, the Greater Wisconsin Opportunities Fund, Inc. (GWOF), is the recipient of $75 million in New Markets Tax Credits (NMTCs) by [...]
Impact Seven Awarded $1.4M from the CDFI Fund
Impact Seven is honored to receive a $1.4 million award through in CDFI Fund’s Financial Assistance Program. This follows up a $1.75 million award in 2015. Only the strongest, [...]
PRESS RELEASE : Artist Lofts Grand Opening
Open House Scheduled for much anticipated Artist Lofts apartments in Manitowoc, Wis. Grand opening celebration to include site tours, remarks and mural unveilings July 14, 2016 - Manitowoc, Wis. – The Office of the Governor, [...]
Grand Opening of the Franklin School Apartments
The year-long project marks substantial completion and occupancy. JUNE 7, 2016 – RICE LAKE, WI – Impact Seven invites the Rice Lake public to a grand opening ceremony for the Franklin School Apartments. The event [...]
Franklin School Apartments Nearing Completion
Impact Seven looks towards spring 2016 lease-up. FEB 22, 2016 – RICE LAKE, WI - A February 17 site visit confirms that the extensive renovations and new construction at the future site of the Franklin [...]
Dedication Scheduled for Bronzeville’s Iconic Mural
Celebratory Unveiling of the Restored Inner City Arts Mural Scheduled Open house set for Bronzeville Cultural and Entertainment District iconic mural restoration FEB 18, 2016 – Milwaukee, WI – Impact Seven, Inc. invites the Bronzeville [...]
Wilmarth Mansion Grand Reopening Scheduled
The iconic estate sees new life as an event center and offices JAN 14, 2015 – Ashland, WI – Impact Seven, Inc. will be hosting a grand opening reception for the Wilmarth Mansion Historic Event [...]
Areas of Expertise
Our leadership team is knowledgeable in many aspects of community development financial institutions. Please feel free to reach out for more information on the items listed below for inclusion in any media outlets.
- Affordable Housing Development
- Business Lending
- Property Management
- Community Development
- Rural Development