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IFA Exec. Director Hubbard to Return to Private Sector
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Resolution: Executive Director Successor

Resolution: Commending Executive Director Kym M. Hubbard

William A. Brandt, Jr., named IFA Chairman
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IFA Recognized at C-FAR 2008 Annual Meeting
The Illinois Finance Authority was recently recognized as an Illinois Council on Food and Agricultural Research (C-FAR) Ten- to Thirteen- Year Affiliate Member.
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"Approved Ag Lender" Recognition Program Launched
Across the state, IFA is recognizing its Approved Ag Lenders for the important role they play in implementing IFA's financing programs for agriculture. Gifford State Bank was recently recognized.
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Private Colleges & Universities...
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1985 Pooled Funds Available for Reimbursement of Capital Expenditures for Rated Hospitals
IFA can provide qualified Illinois Hospitals with access to capital financing at a low borrowing cost. The 1985 Revolving Fund Pooled Financing Program has approximately $40 million available for reimbursement of capital expenditures.
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Investing Bond Proceeds
IFA partners with PFM to offer this comprehensive investment management and arbitrage rebate compliance program... read more

Innovative program helps charter schools grow... read more

Illinois Venture Capital Association speaks with IFA about investing in start-ups...
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Upcoming Events

IFA Funding Managers participate in a variety of educational events.
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IFA Ag Lender of the Year Award

Nominate yourself or your favorite Ag Lender! Applications are due by June 30th. To learn more about this award, click here

Meet your IFA Team

IFA staff offers extensive expertise in market segments and financing structures. They help identify critical market needs and assist with client projects where affordable access to capital makes the difference in financial feasibility.
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IFA was created…
... by consolidating services previously provided by these authorities.

• Illinois Development Finance Authority
• Illinois Farm Development Authority
• Illinois Health Facilities Authority
• Illinois Educational Facilities Authority
• Illinois Rural Bond Bank
• Illinois Community Development Finance Corporation
• Illinois Research Park Authority