GIVING

PEOPLE A STEP UP

Participants identified their goals and got help with budgeting. Some made savings plans to start new businesses, and others received guidance to build better credit scores. Coaches helped people gain control of their money, decrease fear about finances, and plan for their future.

82% OF CLIENTS IMPROVED their savings, credit, or debt by 5% or more

66% OF PARTICIPANTS saw improvement in ability to live on their incomes

Graduating Cohort

“I AM GRATEFUL AND THANKFUL TO HAVE BEEN a part of a program like this. It came at a critical time in my life. I was lacking motivation and the support I received was everything. It helped me to develop in a way where I feel positive about where I am going, what I want, and how to get there.

I’ve felt very supported and I’ll never forget Maricruz because of all the support she provided. Life is a circle and we have to move forward and move on and put into practice what we have learned. I am thankful and appreciative.”

-L. GIBSON, GRADUATE, ACCELERATING PATHWAYS TO THRIVE

“I HAVE NEVER BEEN TREATED SO KINDLY while having my taxes prepared. The preparer was so very fast. I couldn’t believe it. I used my refund to achieve my dream of opening my own janitorial business. It is just small now but I have big plans for my future now. ”

- T. ALPHONSE, SERVICES RECIPIENT, ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY