UNLOCK NEW MARKETS TAX CREDITS FOR YOUR PROJECT

We financially support businesses and nonprofits as they grow and pursue their goals. This includes having secured over $650 Million of New Markets Tax Credits (NMTC) and cash grants, and with our partners, raising over $4 Billion in debt and equity.

If you follow our process, we’ll fund your project with NMTC – reducing costs by 20%.

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We Fund Projects with New Markets Tax Credits

Our clients are growing businesses, building new infrastructure and expanding nonprofits of significance that benefit their communities. These projects often represent the dreams and visions of their organizations – and we help at every step along the way, saving them 20% or more. Here are a few examples:

How We Help You

If you follow our process, you’ll have a fully funded project that costs 20% less.
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Project Readiness

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CDE & Investor Marketing

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Closing & Compliance

About Us

Adam Tkazuk New Markets Tax Credits

Adam Tkazuk

Partner, Sterling Point Capital

Hi, I’m Adam Tkaczuk and I enjoy financially supporting nonprofits, business owners and entrepreneurs as they pursue their dreams and grow their organizations. I’ve secured over $650 million in subsidies for projects (including New Markets Tax Credits) and with our partners, we’ve obtained over $4 billion in debt and equity for projects. If your project or business needs financing, or if you’d like to learn more, please reach out to us.

Christine Coleman

Partner, Sterling Point Capital

Christine is dedicated to supporting often-overlooked communities. With over five years of experience in nonprofit organizations, she has volunteered, worked on staff, and provided financial advice to boards. She thrives on connecting change-makers worldwide who share her goals. Christine holds a B.S. in Mathematics from Cedarville University and currently works in tech consulting. In her free time, Christine enjoys rock climbing with her husband and sharing meals with friends.

How the New Markets Tax Credit Program Works

Each year, the U.S. Treasury, through the Community Development Financial Institutions Fund (CDFI), issues New Markets Tax Credits (NMTCs) to Community Development Entities (CDEs). These entities are responsible for distributing these tax credits into high-impact projects across the country. With over 200 CDEs in the U.S., each one submits applications annually to the CDFI for a limited allocation of NMTCs. The process is highly competitive, with only one out of every three CDEs successfully receiving an allocation in any given year.

Because of this intense competition, CDEs have become very selective about the types of projects they choose to fund. They focus on projects that align with their specific investment goals, whether that’s improving underserved rural communities, investing in healthcare and social services, or supporting the cleanup of contaminated sites, such as brownfields. These targeted efforts ensure that CDEs stand out in the competitive landscape and increase their chances of being awarded an allocation of New Markets Tax Credits.

Once a CDE receives its allocation of New Markets Tax Credits, they allocate those credits to projects that meet their specific criteria and that they believe will create the most significant social and economic impact in the community. In turn, the recipients of these credits—whether they are real estate developers, business owners, or non-profits—can sell the tax credits to investors. This sale generates a cash subsidy, which is then used to fund the development, ultimately lowering the project’s overall financing costs.

How the New Markets Tax Credit Program Works
How Much NMTC Funding Can Your Project Receive

What Is the New Markets Tax Credit Program?

The New Markets Tax Credit (NMTC) Program was established by Congress in 2000 to encourage economic development in low-income and underserved communities. Administered by the Community Development Financial Institutions Fund (CDFI Fund), this program helps businesses, real estate developers, and nonprofits access subsidized funding for transformative projects.

Each year, the U.S. Treasury awards New Markets Tax Credits to Community Development Entities (CDEs)—organizations dedicated to investing in high-impact projects. CDEs then allocate these tax credits to eligible developments, allowing them to raise equity from investors in exchange for tax benefits.

The result? A powerful financing tool that reduces costs, supports economic revitalization, and makes projects more financially viable.

How to Obtain New Markets Tax Credits for Your Project

As a potential recipient of New Markets Tax Credits (NMTCs), your goal is to make your project align as closely as possible with the annual CDFI application, and to identify which Community Development Entities (CDEs) are the best fit for your project. It’s even better if you can get your project included in a CDE’s application to the CDFI and actively market your project to the CDE community throughout the year.

To be considered for NMTC financing, your project must:

  • Be located in a qualified distressed census tract
  • Have a budget of at least $5 million — though $10 million or more is ideal
  • Provide a clear benefit to the low-income community — through job creation, social services, affordable housing, or other accessible benefits
  • Have all other financing identified (NMTCs are last-money-in) and ensure compliance with NMTC program requirements

Priority is given to projects in underserved areas like rural communities or underserved states.

Additional priority goes to projects that align with national priorities. For example, when the opioid crisis gained attention, healthcare centers serving affected populations were favored. Similarly, when Opportunity Zones emerged, projects in those areas received increased support.

Lastly, CDEs often face pressure to deploy capital quickly. If your project has all financing secured, approvals in place, and is ready to close, it stands a strong chance of receiving an allocation ahead of delayed projects.

Do You Qualify for New Markets Tax Credits?

To be eligible for NMTC financing, you project must meet specific criteria:

Must be in a qualified census tract

Project must be located in a federally designated distressed census tract to meet NMTC eligibility requirements.

Project Budget of $5M Minimum, $10M+ Preferred

Projects must have a minimum budget of $5M, though allocations are more likely for those with budgets of $10M or more.

Must Benefit Low-Income Communities

Your project should provide jobs, housing, or services that benefit low-income communities or residents directly.

NMTCs Are the Last Money In

To qualify, most of your project financing must be secured—NMTCs are designed to fill only the final funding gap.

Underserved Areas Get Priority

Projects located in rural or underserved states are more likely to receive NMTC allocations due to limited investment access.

Political Alignment Can Increase Funding Chances

Projects aligned with current public policy priorities (e.g. healthcare, housing) may have a better chance of receiving credits.

Faster Projects Win Allocations

CDEs prefer projects that are shovel-ready and can close quickly—fully approved and funded projects get priority.

Get Started – Find Out If You Qualify

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We love supporting developers, entrepreneurs, and business owners! Let us help you finance your project. To contact us, fill out the form below and we’ll be in touch soon.
Thanks! Adam & Christine

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