Champion Community Investments

Champion Community Investments (CCI), the dba for Southern Illinois Coal Belt Champion Community, Inc., is a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation based in Du Quoin, Illinois. The organization is comprised of a small team of three employees and has generated approximately $2.5 million in revenue. CCI has been actively involved in the Southern Illinois community since 2002, guided by a board of directors representing the region. CCI's mission is to foster economic and community development in twelve Southern Illinois counties by providing access to capital for businesses under the "no credit elsewhere" clause. The organization collaborates closely with local banks to ensure that both new and established businesses can access the financial resources necessary to thrive and expand. CCI also partners with the Illinois Small Business Development Centers across Southern Illinois, offering prospective borrowers comprehensive technical assistance at no cost. Champion Community Investments distinguishes itself by focusing on enhancing the viability of businesses within the region. By providing the financial tools needed by new and existing companies, CCI aims to contribute to increased prosperity throughout Southern Illinois, one business at a time. To learn more about Champion Community Investments and its programs, visit their website at ccinvestments.org.