About
Our Mission
Established in 1987, the Washington Area Community Investment Fund’s mission is to increase economic opportunity in communities in the Washington, DC area by investing knowledge, social, and financial capital in low- and moderate-income entrepreneurs. Our mission is driven by three strategic pillars: entrepreneurship, community wealth building, and economic development, and is fulfilled by providing access to capital products and services, and capacity building technical assistance to low- and moderate-income entrepreneurs. Wacif has been continuously certified as a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) since 1996, making the organization one of the nation’s first CDFIs.
Our Vision
An equitable and just society where communities can prosper and people can thrive through entrepreneurship.
Our Values
Equity and Inclusion
Every facet of our work should be directed toward and reflect an unwavering commitment to fair and equal access to the opportunities afforded by entrepreneurship. Equity is a guiding principle of our work, and is reflected in our commitment to break down barriers and build an inclusive and just society.
Stewardship and Accountability
It is our duty as stewards to be accountable for the resources with which we are entrusted. Wacif’s stakeholders have a right to expect excellence in our stewardship. Our accountability is a statement of respect for our staff, Board, investors, funders, partners, and, most importantly, the clients and communities we serve.