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Personal Statement of Affairs (Fidelity Bank)

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Inter American Development Bank

With a history of results dating to 1959, we work to improve the quality of life of millions of people in our 26 borrowing countries. We have 48 member countries.

We provide financial and technical support to national and sub-national governments and other entities in the region and conduct cutting-edge research. That is how we drive progress in health, education, infrastructure, climate action and diversity, among other fundamental issues, to reduce poverty and improve lives in our region.

Working with our member countries, our goal is sustainable and inclusive development in the region.

Phone: 242-396-7800

Phone (2nd): 242-396-7817

Phone (3rd): 242-396-7824

Fax: 242-393-8430

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Inter American Development Bank

The Bahamas Chamber of Commerce

The Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and Employers Confederation is a non-profit organization which seeks to drive and support economic development and growth, by bridging policy gaps between the private & government sectors. The Chamber educates members and the wider business community on the developments and issues that impact them.

Phone: 242-322-2145
Fax: 242-322-4649
Email: info@thebahamaschamber.com

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The Bahamas Chamber of Commerce

University of The Bahamas

University of The Bahamas is a tertiary education provider; the mission of the University is to advance and expand access to higher education, promote academic freedom, drive national development and build character through teaching, learning, research, scholarship and service.

Tel: (242) 302-4300

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University of The Bahamas

Fidelity Bank

Located in The Bahamas, Fidelity Bank is a retail bank offering personal financial planning, products and services. It also offers merchant services (including card terminals), business accounts for the settlement of card payments and the accumulation of income from business operations.

Phone: (242) 356-7764

Fax: (242) 325-3257

Email: info@fidelitybahamas.com

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Fidelity Bank

The United States Embassy

The mission of the United States Embassy is to advance the interests of the United States, and to serve and protect U.S. citizens in The Bahamas.

Phone: 242-322-1181
Fax: 242-356-7174

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The United States Embassy

UNESCO

UNESCO is the United Nations organization that promotes cooperation in education, science, culture and communication to foster peace worldwide.

The Organization provides key services for its Member States, setting global norms and standards, developing tools for international cooperation, producing knowledge for public policies and building global networks of sites and institutions inscribed on its lists.

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Aliv Business

Revolutionize your enterprise with our mobile, TV, and broadband bundles. Tailored for all businesses, we offer customized solutions for seamless connectivity and exceptional service across The Bahamas.

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THE BROADCASTING CORPORATION OF THE BAHAMAS

The Zephyr Nassau Sunshine (ZNS) began as a small radio station with a powerful purpose: to inform, educate, and entertain the people of The Bahamas. 

Originally launched to disseminate government information and connect the far-flung islands of the archipelago, ZNS quickly grew into a national institution and the country’s leading public broadcaster.

Over the decades, ZNS expanded its reach and capabilities, adding FM radio services and moving into television broadcasting with the debut of ZNS-TV13 in 1977. This historic moment brought Bahamian stories, news, and culture to screens nationwide, further solidifying ZNS’s role in shaping the national identity.

As The Bahamas evolved, so did ZNS. The network played a pivotal role in documenting the country’s political journey, cultural heritage, national celebrations, and moments of crisis. Whether covering elections, Junkanoo, or daily news, ZNS has remained a trusted voice in every Bahamian home.

Today, the Broadcasting Corporation of The Bahamas (BCB), which operates the ZNS radio and television network, continues to serve the nation with a commitment to excellence in public service broadcasting. As we embrace the future, ZNS is stepping boldly into new spaces—expanding our presence in the digital landscape, reaching audiences in the Turks and Caicos Islands, and connecting with Bahamians and Caribbean communities around the world.

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THE BROADCASTING CORPORATION OF THE BAHAMAS

Nassau Cruise Port

The new Nassau Cruise Port (NCP) is much more than the premier cruise gateway to The Bahamas, welcoming 4.4 million passengers in 2023.

The Authentically Bahamian, world-class port destination includes six new and expanded berths to accommodate the largest cruise ships in the world, a 700-foot mega yacht berth, a new marina, and a new water excursion and ferry terminal.

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Bank of the Bahamas

BOB is a modern, full-service bank with 12 branches in eight islands (Nassau, Grand Bahama, Andros, Bimini, Cat Island, Eleuthera, Inagua and San Salvador) and a long history of firsts in the local Banking Industry. The Bank caters to retail clients from all walks of life providing personal loans and mortgages as well as savings and chequing accounts, term deposits, wire transfers, online banking, and prepaid cards. Simultaneously, BOB’s Corporate and Commercial, Premier Banking and Merchant Services Departments facilitate the needs of the premier business establishments throughout the country.

Head Office
1st Floor Claughton House
Shirley & Charlotte Streets
P. O. Box N-7118
Nassau, The Bahamas

Telephone: (242) 397-3000
(242) 461-3510 Local-New Providence
(242) 300-0111 Family Islands Toll Free
(877) 204-5110 International Toll Free
(242) 557-5516 WhatsApp                

Email: bob.info@bankbahamas.com

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Bank of the Bahamas

Balance Advisors

Balance Advisors is a Financial Services and Corporate Consulting Firm. Our services range from Accounting/Tax Consulting, Ease of Doing Business Services, Lending Services, Acquisitions, Debt Collections, and Corporate Services.

Victoria Court
Bay Street & Victoria Avenue
Nassau, Bahamas

Phone: 1-242-818-4107

Email: info@balanceadvisors242.com

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Balance Advisors

Simplified Lending

Collectively we have more than 200 years of experience in the financial services industry in The Bahamas. Our goal is to simplify the process for accessing money. We also seek to understand our clients short-term and long-term goals to uncover innovative ways to assist them. Our mobile team is available to visit our customers at a time and place that is most convenient for them.

(242) 603-1730

(242) 636-4151

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MoneyMaxx

Time is extremely important. Those of us who value it, value solutions that allow us to preserve time while also doing those things we need to do like paying bills, sending money, paying insurance premiums and so on. The founders of MoneyMaxx having the same plight, sought to not only solve this issue for themselves but decided it a good idea to also share the fulfilment of tasking while enjoying time with family and friends or doing business with the world. MoneyMaxx is a Bahamian-owned and operated company with 20+ locations and over 100 staff members all working to return the gift of time back to your hands.

Head Office
Unit 1 TREHL Plaza
Tonique Williams Darling Highway
Nassau, The Bahamas

Phone: 1-242-677-2865

Email: Info@moneymaxxnow.com

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MoneyMaxx

National Workers Cooperative Credit Union

Our Mission
To provide a vehicle for the financial and social empowerment of our members through our various financial services and products as well as through the prudent investment of their resources. To put into action the philosophy of Cooperatives "People Helping People" in our day to day activities as we serve each member with excellence.

New Providence
Harrold Road
P.O. Box N-100
Nassau, Bahamas
Phone:242.397.5800

Collections Centre
Poincianna Drive
Nassau, Bahamas
Phone: 242.322.1046

Andros Branch
Fresh Creek, Andros, Bahamas
Phone: 242.368.2376

Berry Island Branch
Bullocks Habour, Bahamas
Phone: 242.367.8040
Fax: 242.325.5442

Grand Bahama
West Settlers Way
P.O. Box F-1049
Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas
Phone: 242.352.9624
Fax: 242.352.9629

Email: info@nwccubahamas.com

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National Workers Cooperative Credit Union

Teachers & Salaried Workers Co-Operative Credit Union

East Street & Independence Drive
Nassau, The Bahamas

Main Office Phone: 1 242-502-9200
Email: info@tswccul.org

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Teachers & Salaried Workers Co-Operative Credit Union

Commonwealth Bank

Our Mission

  • To be the leading bank in The Bahamas providing personal banking services by:
  • Delivering superior quality service to our customers
  • Retaining and developing employees with outstanding capabilities
  • Creating value for our shareholders
  • Promoting economic growth and stability in our community

242-502-6200: New Providence
242-352-8307 : Grand Bahama
242-367-2370: Abaco
242-333-4800: Spanish Wells, Eleuthera

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The Bahamas Development Bank

The Bahamas Development Bank, a wholly owned government institution, was established in 1974 by an Act of Parliament. Its core principle is to promote industrial, agricultural and commercial development; facilitate participation in approved economic enterprises; and stimulate and enhance the economic development of The Bahamas.

Phone: 242-702-5700
Fax: 242-327-5047
Facebook: BDB Facebook
Email: info@bdb.gov.bs

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The Bahamas Development Bank

One Eleuthera Foundation

One Eleuthera Foundation was formed in 2012 to protect our island from large-scale developments that would forever alter the pristine natural landscape, disrupt fragile marine and land ecosystems and further disempower our people by perpetuating the cycle of overdependency on foreign direct investment.

Our response was to unite and build a sustainable, equitable community development model, focused on the holistic well-being of those we serve. This model encompasses economic ownership, meaningful educational advancement, pathways to wellness, and environmentally sustainable communities centered around our island’s unique cultural identity.

We want to ensure that all Bahamians are participating, contributing, and benefiting from homegrown-driven commerce and a thriving economy while protecting our islands and heritage. We are united in building a sustainable, sound, and prosperous future for all.

Phone 1 242-334-4700
EMAIL info@oneeleuthera.org

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The Bahamas Institute of Chartered Accountants

The Bahamas Institute of Chartered Accountants (“BICA”/”The Institute”) governs the discipline of accounting, and regulates the professional conduct of members, associates and students.

Tel: 1 (242) 326-6619
Fax: 1 (242) 326-6618
Email: info@bica.bs

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The Bahamas Technical and Vocational Institute

The Bahamas Technical and Vocational Institute is the first technical school in the Bahamas dedicated to providing learning opportunities that enable individuals to be globally competitive and economically independent.

Telephone: 242-502-6300
Fax: 242-393-4005

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The Bahamas Technical and Vocational Institute

The Bahamas Entrepreneurial Venture Fund

The Bahamas Entrepreneurial Venture Fund makes loan or equity funding available to start-up businesses.

Phone: 356-4114
Fax: 356-4125
Email: info@bahamasventurefund.com

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The Bahamas Entrepreneurial Venture Fund

Bahamas Agricultural & Industrial Corporation

Bahamas Agricultural & Industrial Corporation (BAIC) functions to stimulate, facilitate, and encourage the development of Agriculture in The Bahamas.

Tel: 396-3725/6
Fax: 242-322-2123
Email: pr@baic.gov.bs

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Cash N' Go

Cash ‘N Go Money Stores are conveniently open from Mondays to Saturdays and operate from easily accessible locations throughout The Bahamas.

Main Location
Rosetta Street
New Providence, The Bahamas

Phone: +(242) 328 2274

Email: info@cashngobahahamas

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Sunshine Finance

Sunshine Finance is the Leader in Private Lending in The Bahamas.

In 2005, the doors of Sunshine Finance opened quietly for the purposes of providing debt consolidation and closing costs assistance to the clients of the country’s largest affordable home developer. Recognizing the broader public need for financial assistance, the Company made its services available to the wider public less than a decade later and today, is the local Leader in Private Lending.

Shirley Street
P. O . Box N-3180
Nassau, The Bahamas

Carmichael Road
P. O . Box N-3180
Nassau, The Bahamas

Phone: (242) 502-6500

Fax: (242) 394-0019

Cash N' Go: https://www.cashngobahamas.com
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‘N Go Money Stores are conveniently open from Mondays to Saturdays and operate from easily accessible locations throughout The Bahamas.

Main Location
Rosetta Street
New Providence, The Bahamas

Phone: +(242) 328 2274

Email: info@cashngobahahamas

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Royal Bank

As one of the Caribbean’s leading diversified financial services companies, RBC provides personal and commercial banking, wealth management, corporate and investment banking, insurance and trust and asset management services to a range of clients, including individuals, small businesses, general commercial entities, regional and multi-national corporations and governments.

Phone: (242) 356-8500

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Yoko Ltd

Yoko Ltd

Inter-American Institute for Cooperation on Agriculture

Inter-American Institute for Cooperation on Agriculture (IICA) is the institution of the Inter-American System that provides technical cooperation, innovation and specialized knowledge to contribute to the competitive and sustainable development of agriculture in the Americas and to improve the lives of rural dwellers in the member countries.

Phone: 1 (242) 393-8881 / 393-8882
Fax: 1 (242) 393-8883
Representative: Shacara O. Lightbourne
Email: shacara.lightbourne@iica.int

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Clients Funded

A² Micro Loan
A² Matching Grant
A² Guaranteed Loan
Women Entrepreneurs Initiative
Tech Innovation Grant
Sustainable Food Growth Grant
Standalone Grant Round 1
Standalone Grant Round 2
Royal Caribbean International Existing Programme - Loan
Royal Caribbean International Existing Programme - Grant
Preschool Grant
Over-The-Hill Grant
Fishing Farming Programme
Equity
Eleuthera Disney Grant
Disaster Recovery Relief Programme
Disaster Recovery Relief Programme Matching Grant
Disaster Recovery Relief Programme Loan
Creative Entrepreneurs Initiative
Climate Smart Grant

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