By Vickie Chi and Vashnav Pandey | Co-Presidents
Dear Supporters of LEND,
In the past three months, LEND has transitioned in a new executive board and continued its effort to expand loan activities and improve business training services. Filling the loan pipeline has taken top priority as the organization strives to establish strong and consistent presence in the Evanston community. Continuing the tried and tested referral method as our primary outreach effort, LEND has continued its strong relationships with Evanston Aldermen and the Evanston City Council. Additionally, LEND has also strengthened its partnership with the Evanston Community Foundation, Downtown Evanston, and Rotary International.
Beyond filling the pipeline for loan clients, LEND has received its nonprofit status and official exemption determination letter. This gives the organization greater legitimacy and allows greater eligibility for regional and national grants.
Projecting forward to the Spring, LEND will be continuing its successful business training initiatives and organizing an Evanston entrepreneur training. In addition, LEND will gather evidence for its past successes and seek renewal for its partnership with First Bank and Trust. Internally, LEND will be welcoming new members to the team as it expand in scale and scope. Finally, the organization will be welcoming back its Alumni to share exciting progress and seek guidance moving forward.
As always, we greatly appreciate your enthusiasm, guidance, and support. We look forward to a fruitful and productive Spring quarter!
Sincerely,
Vickie Chi and Vashnav Pandey
By Salil Gupta | President
By Salil Gupta | President
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