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January 11, 2024

2023 Review: A Message from our Executive Director

As we begin the new year, I am filled with gratitude and pride as I reflect on CHEFA’s meaningful accomplishments in 2023. Our commitment to enhancing the welfare and prosperity of the citizens of the State of Connecticut by providing financial assistance to the state’s non-profit entities has driven our efforts and initiatives throughout the year.

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January 10, 2024

Advancing Opportunities: CHEFA & CHESLA’s 2024 Legislative Agenda

CHEFA is preparing to build on the successes of the past year by pursuing several legislative initiatives that will support Connecticut’s economy, workforce, and increase access to post-secondary education. Here’s a look at what we’ll be working on in 2024: Increasing access to childcare: Dollar-for-dollar there is no better investment in Connecticut’s workforce than those […]

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October 02, 2023

CHEFA Explores Working Capital Financing for Our Clients

Recent legislation has expanded CHEFA’s authority to finance working capital expenses for Connecticut’s nonprofits. CHEFA’s staff has begun researching programs and would like to adopt a program that we think may be beneficial to our clients.

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October 02, 2023

Educational Insight into Proton Therapy Center Financing

Proton therapy is a form of radiation treatment that disrupts and destroys tumor cells using precisely delivered energy. In comparison to traditional radiation treatment, proton therapy allows doctors to have better control where the energy is released, therefore impacting less healthy tissue and causing potentially fewer side effects.

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October 02, 2023

Understanding Priority Orders of Municipal Bond Sales

In the world of municipal bonds, setting the order priority is a key move when distributing bonds in the primary market. It’s a decision in the hands of the issuing entity and it carries big weight, impacting bond allocation and compensation for the involved firms.

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September 27, 2023

Building Bonds: CHEFA’s Commitment to Communities Takes Center Stage

In a collaborative effort, CHEFA recently embarked on an insightful site visit with Executive Staff from the American School f0r the Deaf, and Senator Derek Slap, Representative Jillian Gilchrest, and Representative James Sanchez. This initiative is part of CHEFA in the Community, showcasing our commitment to empower communities through education. Explore how CHEFA is working with ASD to enhance educational access for all Connecticut residents.

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June 29, 2023

Ask the Experts: Municipal Bond Market Updates 2023

According to recent reports from leading financial experts, the municipal bond market has been a turbulent ride in 2023. Factors such as bank failures, rate volatility, uncertainty surrounding the Federal Reserve’s policies, and weakened investor demand have shaped the market’s performance. Despite a strong start to the year, investors quickly encountered these challenges, adjusting to […]

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