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Stories of Impact

A Kitchen With Purpose

“Kitchen of Purpose is so much more than cooking. It’s about giving people tools to build a better future. Thanks to RDF, we have the space and the stability to keep making that happen.” —Brian MacNair, CEO, Kitchen of Purpose

Kitchen of Purpose transforms lives through culinary training, entrepreneurship, and food assistance, but the pandemic nearly derailed its mission. With RDF’s flexible support, they stabilized operations and continue to create opportunities—one skill and one meal at a time.

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Closing the Care Void

“The financing hurdles we faced could have easily derailed our dream. And that's exactly where RDF stepped in. They didn't just provide us with a loan; they became true collaborators.” — Dan Fulwiler, President & CEO, Esperanza Health Centers

Esperanza Health Centers transformed access to care in Brighton Park, building a state-of-the-art facility with RDF’s support to meet the community’s urgent healthcare needs. With expanded services and a growing team, they now serve over 62,000 patients annually, ensuring quality care for all.

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A Second Chapter

RDF provided us with the financing we needed to purchase a building for our school — a lifeline at a time when banks were hesitant to support charter schools. Their backing not only gave us resources but also credibility. —Allison Kokkoros, CEO, Carlos Rosario International Public Charter School

When a financial crisis forced the closure of Washington, D.C.’s leading adult education program, its leaders refused to give up. With RDF’s support, the Carlos Rosario International Public Charter School was reborn, growing into a nationally recognized model for adult education and workforce development.

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Dream Big, Build Bigger

Innovative financing helped MAAC create a legacy of homes, schools, and opportunity in Southern California.

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Construyendo comunidades más fuertes, Juntos

Juntos, podemos construir comunidades más fuertes y resilientes donde todos tengan la oportunidad de prosperar.

En 2023, RDF invirtió $150 millones, destinando la mitad a las filiales de UnidosUS para superar desafíos financieros y operativos, fortaleciendo comunidades equitativas.