NCIF operates the CDBI Exchange Network. This informal peer-to-peer network of CEOs, CFOs and other participants in the CDBI industry provides best practices in risk management, valuation, corporate governance and development impact analysis.

NCIF's Annual Development Banking Conference is the centerpiece of its knowledge transfer initiatives and provides actionable strategies for institutions to improve their financial and social performance.

NCIF also organizes webinars aimed at providing valuable insights and information on the pressing issues facing the community development banking industry.