Connecting Capital to Communities
Classic Lake specializes in structuring and deploying capital to drive transformative investments in underserved communities. We work with businesses, non-profits, real estate developers, municipalities, and investors to create sustainable economic growth and lasting impact.
Our Firm
We are a community and economic development firm that partners with mission-aligned organizations to plan, build, and finance impactful projects in historically underserved areas.
We act as both advisors and project stewards—offering owner’s representation, development management, and creative capital solutions tailored to each opportunity.
Since our founding, we've facilitated the deployment of over $950 million in investments using tax credits, grants, bonds, and diverse debt and equity structures. Our partners include municipal agencies, developers, small businesses, healthcare and education institutions, non-profits, and financial firms, working together to build stronger, more resilient communities.
Our Impact
At Classic Lake, we turn capital into transformative investments that strengthen communities, drive economic growth, and create lasting value. Our work expands access to education and healthcare, revitalizes commercial corridors, fuels small business expansion, and enhances critical infrastructure.
Through strategic investment and expert execution, we help our partners create jobs, attract capital, and build stronger, more resilient local economies—ensuring financial sustainability while delivering measurable community impact.
Our Services
Classic Lake delivers the financial and operational expertise to turn complex projects into reality. We structure and deploy capital, manage execution, and help our partners navigate challenges to ensure investments drive both financial and community returns.
Our services span from early-stage planning and NMTC advisory to project management and completion—grounded in a commitment to equity, impact, and long-term resilience.
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We provide end-to-end project oversight, ensuring seamless planning and execution. Our team identifies and resolves organizational capacity gaps, tackles accounting and compliance challenges, and guides you toward improved operational effectiveness—ultimately creating a stronger foundation for growth and impact.
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We manage all phases of your real estate endeavors—from site selection, due diligence, and acquisition to zoning, entitlements, and final execution. Acting as your dedicated representative, we oversee timelines, bid packages, and negotiations to ensure every step is handled with efficiency and expertise.
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We offer specialized guidance for organizations seeking New Markets Tax Credits (NMTC). From assessing project eligibility to preparing compliant applications and managing ongoing requirements, our expertise helps secure the funding needed to drive transformative, community-focused projects.
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We support investors, businesses, and developers through every stage of the transaction process. From assembling and reviewing documentation to coordinating closing communications, our services streamline the complexities of executing investments —protecting your interests and keeping transactions on track.
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We optimize financial strategies, from budgeting to funding, and deploy capital for investors, real estate developers, businesses, and community projects, aligning investments with your goals for maximum impact.
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We help investors develop and maintain a steady pipeline of real estate projects and small businesses tailored to their strategic impact goals. Our team supports underwriting, credit committee reviews, and stakeholder engagement, ensuring each opportunity aligns with both financial returns and meaningful community outcomes.
We work alongside a diverse range of partners who share our commitment to driving meaningful impact.
Fisk University
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Boys and Girls Club
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Camarena Health Centers
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Habitat for Humanity
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Omni Family Health
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Detroit Black Community Food Security Network
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San Diego Rescue Mission
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Alliance for Medical Outreach and Relief
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Central Valley NMTC Fund
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Heritage Housing Partners
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Hope Enterprise Community Development Corporation
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Kemper County School District
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Kids Meals, Inc.
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Logan Heights Community Development Corporation
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Madera Unified School District
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Marjaree Mason Center
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Martin Luther King Jr. Community Healthcare
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Memphis Rescue Mission
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Merced County Rescue Mission
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North Florida School of Special Education
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Oakwood University
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Omni Family Health
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Ouachita Baptist University
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San Diego Rescue Mission
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SBCS
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Southside Community Health Services
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Three Square Food Bank
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United Health Centers of San Joaquin Valley
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V3 Sports
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Fisk University • Boys and Girls Club • Camarena Health Centers • Habitat for Humanity • Omni Family Health • Detroit Black Community Food Security Network • San Diego Rescue Mission • Alliance for Medical Outreach and Relief • Central Valley NMTC Fund • Heritage Housing Partners • Hope Enterprise Community Development Corporation • Kemper County School District • Kids Meals, Inc. • Logan Heights Community Development Corporation • Madera Unified School District • Marjaree Mason Center • Martin Luther King Jr. Community Healthcare • Memphis Rescue Mission • Merced County Rescue Mission • North Florida School of Special Education • Oakwood University • Omni Family Health • Ouachita Baptist University • San Diego Rescue Mission • SBCS • Southside Community Health Services • Three Square Food Bank • United Health Centers of San Joaquin Valley • V3 Sports •
Featured Project
One Southside
Southside Community Health Services, a Minneapolis Federally-Qualified Health Center, provides culturally responsive healthcare to over 11,000 low-income patients annually. Classic Lake facilitated $29.5 million in NMTC financing to help fund the construction of One Southside to expand medical, dental, vision, and behavioral health services for their predominantly BIPOC community.
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