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New Markets Tax Credit Program

Step 1: CDE Certification

A Community Development Entity (CDE) is a domestic corporation or partnership that is an intermediary vehicle for the provision of loans, investments, or financial counseling in low-income communities. Certification as a CDE allows organizations to participate either directly or indirectly in the New Markets Tax Credit Program. Learn more about how to become certified as a CDE at the CDE Certification page.

Questions?

Questions regarding New Markets Tax Credit Program may be directed to the CDFI Fund by e-mail to cdfihelp@cdfi.treas.gov; or by phone to (202) 653-0421. Please note this is not a toll free number.