The Opportunity Honors: Award Ceremony and Reception
Celebrating leadership, innovation, and impact across the CDFI industry
The Opportunity Honors: Award Ceremony and Reception is the CDFI industry’s highest recognition of leadership, innovation, and impact. Reimagined under the leadership of OFN President and CEO Harold Pettigrew, this signature moment at the OFN Annual Conference celebrates the individuals and organizations whose work moves capital where it’s needed most—strengthening communities, expanding access, and ensuring no one is left behind.
Each award reflects the values at the heart of the CDFI industry: commitment, resilience, and purpose. From lifetime achievement to emerging leadership, The Opportunity Honors elevate those who are building a more inclusive economy—one investment, one partnership, and one community at a time.
Nominations for all awards are now closed.
Award Categories
Ned Gramlich Lifetime Achievement Award for Responsible Finance
OFN established the Ned Gramlich Lifetime Achievement Award for Responsible Finance in 2007 in memory of board member and Federal Reserve Governor Ned Gramlich. It is OFN’s highest distinction, honoring individuals whose lifetime of work has shaped the CDFI industry and inspired generations of leaders in community development finance.
Relive the Moment
Watch highlights from last year’s Opportunity Honors: Award Ceremony and Reception, celebrating the leaders and organizations whose work continues to shape the future of community development finance.
