Free Press Direct Loan
If you would like to make a direct loan to MDLF rather than invest in a standard product, we would be happy to discuss personal terms with you. Send us an email or telephone us direct on +1 (212) 807 1304.
Track record
From 1996 to 31 March 2010, MDLF has provided $97.5 million in affordable financing, including:
• $84.8 million in loans and equity investments;
• $1.2 million in technical assistance grants;
• $11 million in other grants;
• $0.5 million through Digital Kiosk, the secure payment service for independent media;
• Collected approximately $10.5 million in interest and dividends.
MDLF has financed 213 projects for 72 independent media companies in 24 countries and has written off only 1.92% of the total loaned and invested.
MDLF ended March 2010 with a portfolio of $37.9 million in outstanding loans and investments.
