Capital Impact Partners, one of the Momentus Capital branded family of companies, receives regular media coverage for its work to transform how capital and investments flow into communities to provide people access to the capital and opportunities they deserve.
That coverage, compiled on this page, includes our efforts with local leaders and key organizations to deliver critical social services, helping developers of color grow their businesses, and other important programs and initiatives.
If you are a member of the media and have a press inquiry, please contact our media relations manager, David Greisman, at dgreisman@capitalimpact.org
Op-Ed: Capital Magnet Fund Creates ‘Bang for the Buck’ in Affordable Housing
Terry Simonette, Nancy O. Andrews, Don Hinkle-Brown, and Joe Neri
Winter 2015
Ben Hecht, CEO of Living Cities, provides insightful analysis on the critical need for private capital to bolster philanthropic efforts to create true community impact. Capital Impact Partners’ work in Detroit bringing together our Woodward Corridor lending with our partnership building Detroit Corridor Initiative is highlighted as an effective solution.
The Green House Effect: Homes for the Elderly to Thrive
December 2014
This personal health column seeks to answer the question: “For those who lack financial resources to pay for round-the-clock professional care at home, is the sterile, hospital-like environment of a nursing home the only option left?” With Capital Impact’s Green House Model that answer is no. Learn more about how we are working with Dr. Bill Thomas to revolutionize care for the nation’s elderly.
The Green House Effect: Homes for the Elderly to Thrive
December 2014
As 2014 came to an end, Capital Impact closed the first loan through its JPMorgan Chase supported Detroit Neighborhoods Fund with the financing of Rainer Court. Get a behind the scene look at this deal and how PK Development Group will begin renovation of this 1920’s building in Midtown Detroit, creating market rate housing and retail space that will attract students and young professionals back into the city’s core.
An Absorbing Problem:To help low-income residents, urban communities need to build up their capacity for using investment capital effectively.
December 2014
Ben Hecht, CEO of Living Cities, provides insightful analysis on the critical need for private capital to bolster philanthropic efforts to create true community impact. Capital Impact Partners’ work in Detroit bringing together our Woodward Corridor lending with our partnership building Detroit Corridor Initiative is highlighted as an effective solution.
An Innovative, Low-Cost Approach to Helping Seniors Stay in their Homes
July 2014
Crain’s Chicago Business profiles the Village to Village initiative, calling it “an instant community” and a “loneliness buster.” This innovative program creates empowered “Villages” across the U.S. to help people age in their communities and homes. Capital Impact Partners helped scaled the Village to Village movement nationally as part our larger effort to create new elder aging models.
$100 Million Going to Detroit from JPMorgan Chase
May 2014
JPMorgan Chase made national news with its 5-year, $100 million commitment to support Detroit’s economic recovery. Capital Impact Partners is one of the key financial institutions named by JPMorgan Chase to lead the strategic investments that will help revitalize this important city.
The Transformative Power of Shared Data
Spring 2014
Produced by The Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco and the Urban Institute, this book brings together authors from a variety of backgrounds to look at innovative and strategic uses of data to drive impact for underserved communities. Chapter three highlights our Homekeeper Application, which not only helps practitioners manage the day-to-day tasks of running an affordable home ownership program but also answers key questions about the long-term social impact of these programs.
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JPMorgan is betting $100 million on Detroit. Can it leverage a lot more?
Spring 2014
The Washington Post featured JPMorgan Chase’s work with Capital Impact Partners and InvestDetroit to revitalize Detroit by harnessing private capital. Our experience and cooperative approach are critical to bridging the gap between national and local institutions to create social impact. Learn more about the work we are doing to help Detroit become a strong, vibrant community once again.
Choices Give New Meaning to Home Sweet Home
September 2013
As millions of baby boomers reach retirement age, families are finding that the Village to Village Network and The Green House Project offer options to age both independently and with dignity. This article outlines the challenges facing people as they age and the living options available. Capital Impact Partners is a lead sponsor of both of these innovative social impact programs.
