Power smarter lending with geospatial data for a competitive edge.
PolicyMap empowers commercial banks, CDFIs, and credit unions with critical data and insights to support lending decisions and strategic investments. By providing access to neighborhood-level data from over 170 trusted public and proprietary sources, PolicyMap enables financial institutions to identify opportunities, assess risk, and meet community development goals.
From evaluating market potential to guiding CRA compliance and targeting underserved areas, PolicyMap equips lenders with the tools they need to drive meaningful impact. Make data-driven decisions that foster economic growth, strengthen communities, and align with your mission to deliver value where it’s needed most.
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Who We Help
Commerical Banks
Make data-driven decisions for lending, investment, and risk management. Download more information here.
Credit Unions & Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs)
Target underserved areas and support community-focused lending strategies. Download more information here.
Tax Incentive Professionals
CDFI, CDE, NMTC consultants can identify neighborhoods with high demand and assess potential investment opportunities. Download more information here.
Did you know?
PolicyMap was founded as a small division of Reinvestment Fund, a Philadelphia-based Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI), in 2007. Initially designed by and for CDFIs, PolicyMap transitioned to a for-profit small business and benefit corporation in 2018, continuing its mission of using data to drive impact.
How We Help
Locate Key Census Tracts for Development Projects
- CRA-Eligible Areas: Locate areas that qualify for Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) credit, encouraging investment in underserved neighborhoods. Read more.
- New Markets Tax Credits: Identify NMTC-eligible census to attract private investment for projects in low-income communities. Read more.
- LIHTC: Explore census tracts that meet the criteria for Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) projects, providing incentives to developers for creating affordable housing. Read more.
- CDFI certification: Discover areas served by Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) or where certification requirements can be met to support economic growth in distressed areas.
- Opportunity Zones: Identify census tracts designated as Opportunity Zones to direct investments that qualify for federal tax incentives.
Understanding Community Needs and Resources
- Environmental Factors: Incorporate data on environmental burdens, such as urban heat islands or flood-prone areas, to guide resilient and sustainable developments. Read more.
- Demographic Analysis: Study population trends, income levels, and age distributions to prioritize projects that meet community needs. Read more.
- Health and SDOH Data: Use insights on social determinants of health to address housing and economic disparities with targeted investments. Read more.
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PolicyMap can help you prioritize investments, build resilient communities, and ensure equitable growth.
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