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Craft3 finances the future. We’re a nonprofit, non-bank lender that makes loans to launch startups, help businesses and nonprofits expand, and let homeowners invest in their property.
We work closely with bankers across Oregon and Washington. Bankers refer customers to us when there's a loan they want to make, but can't.
Foundations, individual accredited investors, governments, and banks invest in Craft3. They do so because our mission and the impacts of our investments align with their values or mission.
Craft3 is an equal opportunity lender, provider and employer.
NMLS ID 390159
https://nmlsconsumeraccess.org/
We work closely with bankers across Oregon and Washington. Bankers refer customers to us when there's a loan they want to make, but can't.
Foundations, individual accredited investors, governments, and banks invest in Craft3. They do so because our mission and the impacts of our investments align with their values or mission.
Craft3 is an equal opportunity lender, provider and employer.
NMLS ID 390159
https://nmlsconsumeraccess.org/
Overview
Location
United States, Oregon, Astoria
Employees
51-200
Phone
+1 888-231-2170
Founded date
1994
Mentions in press and media 8
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| Jul 10, 2026 | Study shows fecal bacteria levels have declined in the Snohomish River Basin | Over the course of many decades, human activities led to water polluted by fecal bacteria in the Snohomish River Basin. Today, the region is seeing reduced bacteria levels and cleaner water because of projects stewarded by local partners. T... |
| Aug 25, 2025 | Drayton Harbor’s bacteria problem | Drayton Harbor in Whatcom County is home to vibrant marine life, bustling marinas, and a shellfish harvesting tradition. But the harbor’s waters — and the streams that flow into it — are not as clean as they should be. Bacteria levels regul... |
| Sep 20, 2022 | Give your septic system the attention it deserves | It's SepticSmart Week! This third week in September is an annual reminder to make sure your septic system is functioning properly. Wastewater may not be a popular topic, but well-functioning septic systems benefit everyone and require atten... |
| Jul 28, 2021 | This is what individuals who invest in CDFIs want you to know | This is a story about the intersection of investing and social impact. Last year at this time, as the COVID-19 pandemic gripped our country, Babbie Jacobs and I partnered through Social Venture Circle (SVC) to showcase Community Development... |
| Dec 13, 2020 | Entrepreneurs and corporate leaders unite in support of Black-owned businesses | Jasper Kuria, founder of Black Owned Business. (BOB Photo) When Jasper Kuria considers strategies for addressing racial inequity and social injustice in the U.S., he puts support of Black entrepreneurs at the top of the list. “It’s really a... |
| May 24, 2019 | It’s Not Just Coffee: Technology Now Fueling Massive Growth in Seattle | Seattle has long been known for inciting the country’s coffee culture, but now that we’re all sufficiently caffeinated, these days it’s the technology scene that’s causing a buzz. Situated well north of the traditional tech enclave known as... |
| Craft3 | “Craft3 makes loans to businesses and homeowners across the Pacific Northwest. We’re a nonprofit CDFI lender focused on using capital as a tool for social good.” |
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FAQ about Craft3
When was Craft3 founded?
Craft3 was founded in 1994.
What has the press written about Craft3?
Parsers VC has collected 8 articles mentioning Craft3, among them “Study shows fecal bacteria levels have declined in the Snohomish River Basin” (Jul 10, 2026) and “Drayton Harbor’s bacteria problem” (Aug 25, 2025).
Is Craft3 still active?
Yes, Craft3 is active; its latest activity on Parsers VC dates from Sep 22, 2026.