Community
Overview
Community Financial Resiliency Program
Contributed over $4 million in support of the affordable housing sector*.
*since 2012
Community Microfinance Program
Since program inception*, Alterna has issued over 1,500 in impact loans totalling over $10 million*. *since June 2000
Community & Financial Inclusion Granting Programs
Total of $449,475* disbursed between these two granting programs.
*since 2014
Meet the Community Team
Director, Community Impact and Financial Inclusion
susan.henry@alterna.ca
416.575.5862
Susan Henry brings over 25 years of expertise working alongside underserved and underrepresented individuals and communities. Guided by a deep commitment to financial inclusion for all, Susan’s leadership has been pivotal in launching Alterna Savings’ award-winning Community Microfinance Program and the innovative Community Loan Funds Partnership Programs. In her role guiding Alterna’s Community Impact Department, Susan works collaboratively with our team and community partners to set the strategic direction and provide oversight for a portfolio that includes affordable housing initiatives, nonprofit and charitable sector engagement, the Community Microfinance Program, Community Financial Education, and Granting Programs.
Account Manager, NFP & Affordable Housing
fahima.karim@alterna.ca
647.332.2176
Fahima Karim has built her career within the co-operative banking sector, guided by a strong commitment to financial inclusion and community-driven finance. In her role as Account Manager, Nonprofit & Affordable Housing, Fahima supports a large and diverse portfolio of community-based organizations including nonprofit, charitable, and affordable housing providers across Ontario.
Manager, Community Microfinance Program
jean.barrett@alterna.ca
647.206.9127
Jean Barrett brings over 25+ years of banking experience in the Retail and Commercial sectors. As the Manager of Alterna Savings’ award-winning Community Microfinance Program, she oversees eight community microloan portfolios and manages 250+ small business borrowers in the Greater Toronto Area and Ottawa Region annually.
Manager, Community Financial Education and Relations
alexandra.leavey@alterna.ca
343.596.7674
With nearly a decade of experience in the credit union and co-operative sector, Alexandra Leavey has dedicated her career to advancing financial inclusion through education. As Alterna’s Community Financial Education and Relations Manager, Alexandra manages the Community & Financial Inclusion Granting Programs and the Community Financial Education Program.
Credit Officer, Community Microfinance Program
jessica.scott@alterna.ca
416.994.2371
Jessica Scott is a dedicated Community Impact and Microfinance professional at Alterna Savings, where she serves as a Credit Officer for our Community Microfinance Program. In this role, she provides access to capital and affordable financial solutions for underserved entrepreneurs and organizations, helping them achieve sustainable growth and success.
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