Opening Opportunity and Well-being For All
We are the Charlotte office of the Local Initiatives Support Corporation or LISC, the nation’s largest community development organization. We work to make economic equality a reality for all Charlotteans. Our efforts focus on key areas to create stability for communities, families, and residents alike.
What is LISC?
Since its start in 1979, LISC has grown to become the nation’s largest community development organization. It has invested over $24 billion in neighborhoods, citizens, families, housing and entrepreneurs, while channeling more than $69 billion in total funding.
LISC uses its resources, people and financial strength to power change. The organization has $374 million in total assets and raised an additional $95 million in private grant funds in 2019. LISC is the first community development financial institution to access the general bond market and carries an investment-grade AA-rating by Standard & Poor’s. Learn more about our national impact.
Recent News
Investing In A Future For Us All: LISC’s 2023 Annual Report is here!
It was a year of new leadership, new vision and renewed commitment. We invested an extraordinary $2.4 billion and doubled down on our work to create affordable housing, catalyze financial opportunity and promote climate resiliency. And so much more.
The Farm Bill’s Potential for Supporting Rural People and Places
The Farm Bill presents an opportunity to provide rural communities and people the resources they need to flourish. LISC’s Mark Kudlowitz and Nicole Barcliff examine where things stand in Congress and how the legislation can support the needs of families while also revitalizing communities that have long experienced capacity constraints that hinder community and economic development opportunities.
JPMorgan Chase commits $720,000 in support to Charlotte’s West End
QCity Metro covers JPMorgan Chase's $720,000 commitment to the Historic West End.