FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
New York, NY — May 6, 2026.
Ascendus announced today that it was awarded $7,000 from the Moses Kimball Fund to support the 2026 Greater Boston Small Business Lending and Financial Education Program. This initiative aims to empower low- to moderate-income (LMI) business owners with access to capital and financial education resources.
The Moses Kimball Fund’s support will ensure Ascendus has the resources ready to provide extensive financial education resources to 200 Greater Boston small businesses. Of these, 49 will receive $980,000 in critical capital to grow their businesses.
Ascendus has partnered with the Moses Kimball Fund since 2015. The Moses Kimball Fund Trustees emphasize grants to organizations which either provide jobs to disadvantaged members of the Greater Boston community, or links between educational organizations and the needy members of the adjacent communities.
About Ascendus
Ascendus is a mission-driven, nationwide Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) with over 30 years of experience empowering small business owners. We provide access to capital and financial coaching to help entrepreneurs achieve financial health and ascend toward lasting success. Dedicated to building thriving businesses and vibrant communities, we have delivered over $435 million in financial support to more than 62,000 entrepreneurs across the country. Learn more at ascendus.org.
About the Moses Kimball Fund
The Moses Kimball Fund Trustees emphasize grants to organizations which either provide jobs to disadvantaged members of the Greater Boston community, or links between educational organizations and the needy members of the adjacent communities. Learn more at moseskimballfund.org.
Media Contact
Gustavo Banchero
Director of Communications, Ascendus
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