Please note the Financial Empowerment Center at the

South County office will be closed from December 25, 2025,

to January 1, 2026.

As we start December, we want to thank you for being part of our community. Whether you attended a workshop, met with a coach, or reached out for support, we are glad to be a part of your journey. Our programs will continue throughout the winter, with the exception of our office closure from Dec. 25 to Jan. 1. We are here to help you finish the year with confidence, stability, and new goals. If you need support with budgeting, credit, employment, or financial planning, we are just one call or click away.

Get clear, step-by-step guidance on reading and understanding your credit report. In this workshop, we will review:

This workshop is free and available in both English and Spanish. All participants will receive resources to help monitor and protect their credit.

If you're struggling with tax debt, you're not alone, and there may be options to reduce what you owe. In this clinic, you'll learn:

Our tax professionals will guide you through the process and answer your questions. This workshop is free and open to all clients.

Each week, set aside $20 in a separate savings folder or envelope. $20 a week is significant enough to build meaningful savings. After three months, you will have $240 set aside for emergencies, bills, or holiday expenses. Consistency matters more

 than the amount!