Community Futures Peterborough Celebrates 40 of Fueling Local Businesses
/Community Futures Peterborough (CFP) hits a major milestone, celebrating its 40th anniversary during its Annual General Meeting at Farmhill Weddings in Keene on Thursday afternoon.
Business leaders, politicians, board members, entrepreneurs and community partners were on hand to celebrate and mark the occasion.
“Forty years of Community Futures Peterborough means 40 years of believing in entrepreneurs, fueling businesses and strengthening our regional economy,” said Devon Girard, CFP executive director.” We’ve played a key role in helping thousands of local businesses start, grow and thrive. Today, we are so proud to honour that legacy.”
CFP reported that it had received a record $4.6 million in loan applications in its 2024-25 fiscal year and distributed over $1.38 million to 26 local companies. CFP says that the loans created and/or maintained over 330 local jobs during that span.
At the meeting, CFP paid tribute to several previous board chairs and also honoured the late executive director, Judy Heffernan.
“Celebrating 40 years is more than a milestone, it’s a testament to the dedication, resilience and impact of Community Futures Peterborough,” says Wayne Harding, CFP board chair. “We’ve helped countless entrepreneurs turn dreams into reality, and as we look ahead, we’re more committed than ever to driving local economic growth and empowering the next generation of business leaders.”
A pop-up market of graduates of the 2024 and 2025 Starter Company Plus program was on hand to sell services and merchandise during the celebration.
The following clients were at the pop-up market:
Common Thread Films
Architecture of Wellness
Layin’ Divots Golf
Lark & Lemon Cleaning Co.
The Willow Studio
Jodilee Nutrition
National Touring Museum
T-Elle Boutique
Home & Well
Duff Acres
The Doggery
Summer Soul
Urban Roots 47 Salon + Spa
Heeling Souls
