The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) will convene a disaster recovery community development forum to encourage collaboration among banks, community-based organizations (CBOs), and Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) to support disaster recovery efforts. The forum will also identify product gaps and capital and credit needs in disaster-impacted areas. Additionally, the FDIC will highlight regulatory guidance for financial institutions seeking to support recovery activities consistent with the Community Reinvestment Act (CRA). Speakers will discuss lending products and resources available to consumers and small businesses.
Presenters:
- ShaDonte Butler, Community Investment Relationship Manager, Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta
- Vanessa Morgan, Supervisor Program Analyst (Region 1-5) Recovery Coordinator (Region 4), U.S. Small Business Administration
- Andrew Crosson, Chief Executive Officer, Invest Appalachia
- Zuri Anuel, Director, Western’s Women Business Center
- Victor Galloway, Community Affairs Specialist, FDIC
When:
Thursday, April 23, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM ET
Where:
Webinar, MS Teams, registration information below.
Who should attend
Bankers, Community Development Financial Institutions, small business development centers, affordable housing agencies, local, state, and federal governments, and non-profit representatives.
Registration Information
To register online, click Register and fill out the needed information. You will receive a confirmation email once completed.
Contact Information
If you have any questions about the event, please email Victor Galloway at vgalloway@fdic.gov.