Dr. Kayla Hill grows her business with lightning speed, thanks to help from Kiva

“Usually, when people think chiropractor, they think of the viral videos where someone’s getting twisted and popped. I don’t do that,” says Dr. Kayla Hill. “A lot of people come in with headaches, migraines, TMJ, the typical chiropractic stuff, neck pain, and back pain. There are also people who are looking for relief from things […]

Mel Wright achieves funding success using our Kiva platform

“I heard about the Kiva loan through my SBTDC counselor, and she told me one of her clients got his Kiva loan and was excited about it. So I thought that maybe I should look into it,” Melanie Wright explains. A meeting with her business counselor is what led Melanie Wright, founder of The Wright […]

Kiva Hub Success Story: The Vino Market

When it comes to funding your entrepreneurial dream, not all financial services are the same. Joanne Pope-Clark would quickly learn this firsthand while on a quest to launch her small business in 2021.  It wasn’t until the director of the Small Business Center at Nash Community College referred Pope-Clarke to Carolina Community Impact that she […]

Kiva Hub Success Story: Vanessia Johnson

In 2014, Vannesia Johnson had a vision for a Christian-based apparel line. With the help of a friend, an intimate community of supporters would be the first to wear a few of her statement t-shirts that encouraged a movement and fostered fellowship. Personal matters would lead Johnson to go on hiatus, but the vision and […]

Kiva Hub Success Story: Dashawn Taylor

“Five years ago, I didn’t know anything about lending opportunities or even investors. So, it was mainly always just me–savings, credit card, whatever I knew I could use and make a profit off of myself, I would do.” A man with a heart for fashion and art, Dashawn Taylor is the proud founder of Brxke […]

Client Success Story: Joy Melvin,Greater Glory Children Ministry Daycare

At the heart of Greater Glory Children Ministry Daycare is love. Love for children and education, and the importance of bridging the two together.   GGCM Daycare is a faith-based childcare facility based in Fayetteville, NC. Since opening its doors in 2020, the community of dedicated leaders, instructors, and administrators has worked tirelessly to foster an […]

Client Success Story: Diamond N-D Rough

“It’s an industry that was in decline for a lot of years. But now, people are really starting to realize that the ‘old wood’ type of furniture construction is simply irreplaceable.”  Maybe the pandemic had everyone putting more wear & tear on their furniture because they were home more often, or perhaps it’s the notion […]

Client Success Story: Darius All Access, LLC

Carolina Community Impact (CCI) works with businesses of various sizes and stages to provide access to capital in addition to business counseling services. Our team enjoys every opportunity to connect with business owners and learn more about their ideas to launch and expand their business and serve their communities. More importantly, we know that the […]

Staff Spotlight: Anna Holloway

Anna Holloway, armed with a Business Administration degree focused on Marketing from UNCP, and currently pursuing her MBA with a focus on Financial Services, is a dynamic force driving positive change at Carolina Community Impact (CCI). With a rich blend of marketing prowess and financial acumen, Anna is dedicated to breaking barriers and fostering financial […]

Joseph Battle Promoted to General Manager of Business Services at CCI

RALEIGH, January 2, 2024 – Carolina Community Impact (CCI), a leading provider of financial services committed to fostering economic and community development, is pleased to announce the promotion of Joseph A. Battle to the position of General Manager. In this new role, he will lead the CCI team as they continue their mission of providing […]

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