Our Mission

Lending for Evanston and Northwestern Development (LEND) is a student-run, microfinance and consulting organization that empowers entrepreneurs in Evanston to build businesses, create jobs, and reach financial self-sufficiency.

By providing access to microcredit and business development services, LEND connects the Northwestern and Evanston communities under the shared objectives of aiding businesses, economic development, and social change.

 
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Co-Presidents: Anna Feng, Shayan Shabani

Executive Team: Leila Dhawan, Javon Huang, Alexandra Stillman, Logan Phillips, Rocky Zou

Members: Breanna Lu, Camille Gerville-Reache, Brady Phillips, Hamid Sharfi, Jordan Stuecken, Lara Choy, Maddie Hwang, Matthew Schlueter, Naavya Sheth, Samantha Ward.

 

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The Board of Directors

Advisory Board


Our Partners