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Baltimore Community Lending helps small businesses and local entrepreneurs thrive

Baltimore Community Lending (BCL), a 35-year-old Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) has become a lifeline for small businesses and real…

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Moving Forward: The Future of BCL’s New Headquarters and Business Development Center

At Baltimore Community Lending (BCL), our mission has always been clear: to foster economic empowerment, support small business growth, and…

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Watchen Harris Bruce Honored as One of The Daily Record’s 2024 Most Admired CEOs

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                              October 10, 2024 The Daily Record Announces 2024 Most Admired CEOs   Baltimore, MD – October 9,…

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Baltimore Community Lending Becomes Capital Access Manager for KIVA

Baltimore, MD.- July 1, 2024– Baltimore Community Lending (BCL) is excited to announce becoming The Capital Access Manager for KIVA’s…

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Celebrating Success: Coffee with Capital’s Triumph Return

We are thrilled to announce that our first post-pandemic ‘Coffee with Capital’ event was a resounding success! Held at The…

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Baltimore Community Lending to spend nearly $5M on new downtown headquarters

By Garrett Dvorkin – Reporter, Baltimore Business Journal Nov 8, 2023   Baltimore Community Lending (BCL) will spend close to…

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“Building Blocks for Real Estate Development” Training Session

Real estate development is a dynamic industry, offering many opportunities for professionals at every career stage. Whether you’re a seasoned…

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U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen, Watchen Bruce, U.S. Senator Ben Cardin, and Jerome Stephens pose with a $1 million check.

Baltimore Community Lending Unveils Renovation for Business Development & Resource Center with $1 Million Check Presentation 

U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen, Watchen Bruce (President & CEO of BCL), U.S. Senator Ben Cardin, and Jerome Stephens (Community…

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Application Deadline Extended for Small Businesses to Win Free Rent and Training in Waverly

May 18, 2023 The deadline to apply for the Root to Success Contest, which will culminate in six small businesses…

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Baltimore Community Lending Secures $7.1 Million to Expand Opportunities in Underserved Communities

Baltimore Community Lending (BCL) announced that it has secured $7.1 million to expand access to financing and training for underserved small businesses and real estate developers in the Baltimore Metro area.

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