When I first started DreamSpring nearly 30 years ago, I felt like I had stepped off a cliff — and the ground was coming up fast. Many times since then I felt like I was once again on the edge of a precipice. Passion and grit kept me going through many dark days, as did the encouragement of people like you who deeply cared. 
DreamSpring President/CEO Anne Haines (right), presenting at the 2022 Opportunity Finance Network (OFN) Conference
Dear DreamMakers,
When I first started DreamSpring nearly 30 years ago, I felt like I had stepped off a cliff — and the ground was coming up fast. Many times since then I felt like I was once again on the edge of a precipice. Passion and grit kept me going through many dark days, as did the encouragement of people like you who deeply cared.
As we close National Women’s Small Business Month, I recognize the vital importance of supporting women entrepreneurs with solidarity and hope. Women business leaders are anchors for families and hubs of economic activity. Together, by advancing women in entrepreneurship, we build vibrant communities and foster pioneering spirit in future generations. As we lift one another up, we rise above dark days and uncertainty and into new possibilities.
I believe that just as valuable as the $155 million in loans DreamSpring has made to women, so too is our belief in these catalytic small business owners. Standing with women entrepreneurs, inclusive capital and encouragement have the power to strengthen entrepreneurial courage.
With appreciation,
Anne Haines, DreamSpring President/CEO
DreamSpring is a nonprofit community lender dedicated to eliminating systemic wealth inequities and accelerating the economic inclusion and strength of underserved communities. Founded in 1994, the organization provides rapid access to capital and customized wrap-around support to the most vulnerable small business owners in 27 states, focusing on communities including people of color, women, low- to moderate-income earners, people with disabilities, and start-ups. To date, DreamSpring has issued more than 42,000 loans totaling over $465 million to small businesses that support an estimated 72,000 jobs. Learn more at DreamSpring.org.