The CDFI Fund is calling for interested CDFIs to submit ideas for the FY 2016 CDFI Prize Competition. The FY 2016 CDFI Prize Competition aims to recognize and promote innovative ideas that remove barriers to accessing capital in rural areas, especially areas of persistent poverty. Both existing solutions and solutions under development are applicable. Up to $1 million is available for awards through the competition. The deadline for competition submissions is July 29, 2016.