Reinvestment Fund

Bold imagination, grounded action. For Sara Patenaude, PhD, that balance is at the heart of meaningful community change. At Reinvestment Fund, she works alongside partners to reimagine what’s possible—and turn vision into impact. In this Q&A, Sara reflects on her journey into housing and policy, the importance of centering community voice, and the role of hope in systems change. Read the full conversation: https://lnkd.in/dQ4W3diD #DreamWithPurpose #CommunityInvestment #EquityInAction #PolicyMatters #WomenWhoLead #ReinvestmentFund 

The launch of the Montgomery County Early Care and Education (ECE) Facility Loan Program marks a significant step forward in expanding access to high-quality child care—and it was built with the community at its center. In a new Q&A interview, LaToshia DeVose, Managing Director, ECE, and Laura Montas-Brown, Program Manager and a proud Marylander, reflect on how this $4 million County-funded initiative came to life, and why equity, trust, and long-term partnership are at its core. Read the full interview https://lnkd.in/dbcEm_XR #MontgomeryCountyMD #ECE #CommunityInvestment #ReinvestmentFund #SocialImpact #EarlyLearning

We're excited to share that our new Montgomery County Government Early Care and Education (ECE) Facility Loan Program was featured this morning on ABC7 WJLA-TV, including Policy Solutions’ 2024 report that led to the Program. Watch the clip here: https://lnkd.in/gph8mycY Learn more about the ECE Facility Loan Program and apply here: https://lnkd.in/g6_adsE5 #MontgomeryCountyMD #EarlyChildcareEducation #CommunityInvestment #EarlyLearning #ECE #ReinvestmentFund #SocialImpact

We are proud to celebrate the transformative projects being recognized at the 2025 CREWBaltimore Beacon Awards—each a powerful example of community-centered development. Kudos to CREWBaltimore for honoring this important work and the people behind it.

What’s possible when data, humanity, and purpose come together? Dr. Sara Patenaude, PhD, Director of Policy Solutions for the Southeast, brings that intersection to life. Her work is guided by a deep belief in the power of housing, not just as infrastructure, but as the foundation for belonging, opportunity, and community. In our latest Q&A, Sara shares her journey from community developer to policy advisor, and what it means to center lived experience in research, invest in long-term relationships, and stay grounded while imagining something better. Get to know Sara and explore the values that drive her work at Reinvestment Fund. Read the full interview: https://lnkd.in/dQ4W3diD #CommunityDevelopment #HousingEquity #PolicyWithPurpose #DataForGood #WomenInLeadership #SystemsChange #SocialImpact

Thanks to the leadership and investment of Montgomery County Government, a powerful new resource is now available for early learning providers. The Montgomery County Early Care and Education (ECE) Facility Loan Program—a $4M initiative funded by the County and administered by Reinvestment Fund—was created to expand access to safe, high-quality child care by investing directly in the providers who make it possible. The program offers: - Forgivable loans up to $74K for family/home-based providers and centers - 0% interest loans up to $300K for centers - Hands-on coaching, project planning support, and application help - Materials and support in English and Spanish Learn more & apply: https://lnkd.in/g6_adsE5 #MontgomeryCountyMD #EarlyChildcareEducation #CommunityInvestment #EarlyLearning #ECE #ReinvestmentFund #SocialImpact

This past year, we supported 131 early learning providers, two K-12 schools, and one university, with the capacity to provide high-quality education to 5,640 students. For 40 years, we believed in our mission to give all people the opportunity to thrive. By investing in the future—we make our mission possible for more generations. Read more: https://lnkd.in/ggEJRQqK #ReinvestmentFund #2024AnnualReport #EarlyChildhoodEducation #BuildYourWhy #CommunityDevelopment

It is such an enormous honor to be recognized by Georgia Trend's 40 Under 40! I appreciate that this recognition includes not just my professional work (including my current role at Reinvestment Fund and my work while at Decatur Housing Authority), but also my service to our industry (shout out Atlanta Women's Affordable Housing Network, HouseATL, and ULI Atlanta) and our community (looking at you, Trans Housing Coalition!) None of this work is done alone, and I appreciate all of the incredible folks in my corner. #AffordableHousing #WomenInLeadership #40Under40 https://lnkd.in/eRm9x2vb

Celebrating 40 years of impact together! Reinvestment Fund celebrated our 40th anniversary with a wonderful cocktail reception at the Bok Building in Philadelphia on Thursday. Highlights from the evening included powerful keynote speeches by President and CEO Don Hinkle-Brown, Board Chair Saul Behar, and Dr. Ibram X. Kendi, our strategic partner for the HBCU Brilliance Initiative. Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker also spoke passionately about our deep history and impact across the city. We were also honored by Councilmember Rue Landau, presenting a resolution to formally recognize Reinvestment Fund’s 40 years of contribution to the community. We want to give a special heartfelt tribute to our borrowers, partners, and funders—thank you for your unwavering commitment. Together, we are launching a new chapter of data-driven investment in thriving communities! #ReinvestmentFund #40thAnniversary #CommunityDevelopment #BuildYourWhy

I’m honored to be recognized by @CityAndStatePA as one of their 2025 40 In Their Forties honorees. Thank you for highlighting the work of leaders across Pennsylvania! View the full list: bit.ly/48ctvsl The forties are an underrated decade - I can draw on so many experiences and wise pieces of advice and also remain energized for new endeavors with colleagues and partners I have yet to meet. And I will keep telling everyone that I am solidly Oregon Trail generation, not Gen X or Millennial.