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Oct 292025
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PeopleFund Joins Effort to Revitalize South Dallas’ Forest District

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The initiative expands access to capital, training, and targeted support for underserved entrepreneurs. Austin, TX – October 29, 2025 – PeopleFund proudly joined Cornerstone CDC, Forest Forward, St. Philip’s School & Community Center, and various other community organizations that came together to revitalize the Forest District in South Dallas. This group will…

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The initiative expands access to capital, training, and targeted support for underserved entrepreneurs. Austin, TX – October 29, 2025 – PeopleFund proudly joined Cornerstone CDC, Forest Forward, St. Philip’s School & Community Center, and various other community organizations that came together to revitalize the Forest District in South Dallas. This group will…

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Oct 212025

Client Spotlight: Gnivol Events

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Tammy Loving founded Gnivol Events in 2015 with a clear mission: to transform events into lifelong memories. As a full-service event planning and design firm, Gnivol Events specializes in creating elevated, stress-free experiences for weddings, private celebrations, and corporate events. Services include expert coordination, custom event design, vendor management, and execution tailored…

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Tammy Loving founded Gnivol Events in 2015 with a clear mission: to transform events into lifelong memories. As a full-service event planning and design firm, Gnivol Events specializes in creating elevated, stress-free experiences for weddings, private celebrations, and corporate events. Services include expert coordination, custom event design, vendor management, and execution tailored…

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Oct 212025
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First Cohort Graduates from Military-Connected Small Business Accelerator

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Austin, Texas | October 21, 2025 — PeopleFund a Texas non-profit small business lender, the Veterans Business Outreach Center University of Texas at Arlington (UTAVBOC) and the Veteran Women’s Enterprise Center (VWEC), proudly announced the graduation of the inaugural Military-Connected Small Business Accelerator cohort. Nine Veteran and Military Spouses completed the program…

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Austin, Texas | October 21, 2025 — PeopleFund a Texas non-profit small business lender, the Veterans Business Outreach Center University of Texas at Arlington (UTAVBOC) and the Veteran Women’s Enterprise Center (VWEC), proudly announced the graduation of the inaugural Military-Connected Small Business Accelerator cohort. Nine Veteran and Military Spouses completed the program…

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Oct 12025
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PeopleFund and McLennan County Investment Fund (McCIF) announce their consolidation.

in Press Releases, Small Business

Two CDFIs come together to better serve small businesses in Central Texas.   Austin, TX – October 1, 2025 – PeopleFund, a Texas Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) with a 30-year track record of impactful performance, and McLennan Community Investment Fund (McCIF), an emerging CDFI with deep roots in Waco and McLennan…

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Two CDFIs come together to better serve small businesses in Central Texas.   Austin, TX – October 1, 2025 – PeopleFund, a Texas Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) with a 30-year track record of impactful performance, and McLennan Community Investment Fund (McCIF), an emerging CDFI with deep roots in Waco and McLennan…

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Aug 142025

Client Feature: Plano Karate Club

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As local North Texas entrepreneur, John Reyes, explains it, “Plano Karate Club is not just another martial arts studio.” Doing Karate for over 30 years, John is passionate about the discipline of traditional martial arts, which centers on character development, faithfulness/loyalty, excellence, and respect for self and others. It’s with these founding…

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As local North Texas entrepreneur, John Reyes, explains it, “Plano Karate Club is not just another martial arts studio.” Doing Karate for over 30 years, John is passionate about the discipline of traditional martial arts, which centers on character development, faithfulness/loyalty, excellence, and respect for self and others. It’s with these founding…

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Aug 52025
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Travis County Taps PeopleFund to Lead TCTX Thrive 3.0 for Small Businesses

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The program’s third iteration expands training and capital access countywide.   Austin, TX – August 5, 2025 – Travis County’s new small business support program is designed to provide comprehensive training, coaching, and increased access to capital. This initiative aims to respond to negative economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and its…

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The program’s third iteration expands training and capital access countywide.   Austin, TX – August 5, 2025 – Travis County’s new small business support program is designed to provide comprehensive training, coaching, and increased access to capital. This initiative aims to respond to negative economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and its…

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Jun 262025
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First Cohort of the Military Connected Small Business Accelerator is Live

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📣 Calling All Veteran and Military-Spouses Small Business Owners! PeopleFund is proud to announce that we have partnered with the University of Texas at Arlington Veteran Business Outreach Center (UTAVBOC) and the Veteran Women’s Enterprise Center (VWEC) to launch the first cohort of our Military Connected Small Business Accelerator! We are thrilled…

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📣 Calling All Veteran and Military-Spouses Small Business Owners! PeopleFund is proud to announce that we have partnered with the University of Texas at Arlington Veteran Business Outreach Center (UTAVBOC) and the Veteran Women’s Enterprise Center (VWEC) to launch the first cohort of our Military Connected Small Business Accelerator! We are thrilled…

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May 122025

Client Spotlight: Kolin Angels Home Health Brings Compassionate Post-Surgical Care to Patients’ Homes

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Kolin Angels Home Health Expands with PeopleFund Small Business Support At PeopleFund, we are proud to support small businesses that meet critical needs in their communities. One inspiring example is Kolin Angels Home Health, a home health agency dedicated to providing skilled nursing, therapies, and personal assistance services to post-surgical patients during…

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Kolin Angels Home Health Expands with PeopleFund Small Business Support At PeopleFund, we are proud to support small businesses that meet critical needs in their communities. One inspiring example is Kolin Angels Home Health, a home health agency dedicated to providing skilled nursing, therapies, and personal assistance services to post-surgical patients during…

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Apr 222025
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Entre Capital and PeopleFund join forces to advance restorative justice

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A partnership that unlocks second chances through entrepreneurship   Dallas, Texas, April 22, 2025 – Entre Capital and PeopleFund, two Texas Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) are proud to announce their partnership to expand access to capital for people returning from incarceration across the state. “We are so grateful for the partnership…

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A partnership that unlocks second chances through entrepreneurship   Dallas, Texas, April 22, 2025 – Entre Capital and PeopleFund, two Texas Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) are proud to announce their partnership to expand access to capital for people returning from incarceration across the state. “We are so grateful for the partnership…

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Feb 132025

Client Spotlight: Whale Pools

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Whale Pools: Designing Luxury Aquatic Experiences in Houston  For many homeowners and businesses, a pool is more than just a backyard feature—it’s a place for connection, relaxation, and unforgettable memories. That’s the vision that drives Whale Pools, a Houston-based pool design and construction company founded by Frank O. in 2015. With over…

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Whale Pools: Designing Luxury Aquatic Experiences in Houston  For many homeowners and businesses, a pool is more than just a backyard feature—it’s a place for connection, relaxation, and unforgettable memories. That’s the vision that drives Whale Pools, a Houston-based pool design and construction company founded by Frank O. in 2015. With over…

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