Northeast OKC Renaissance (NEOKCR) was established to improve the quality of life for the residents of Northeast Oklahoma City. NEOKCR’s mission is to be a catalyst for ethical, place-based community development, and its vision is to preserve history, while restoring economic activity in Northeast OKC. With this Community Development Institution (CDFI) project, NEOKCR is reducing vulnerability in traditional private investments by building capacity, educating neighbors and stakeholders, and providing access to capital needed to rebuild from within.