Boston has a population of 673,184, and is the largest city in the State of Massachusetts and the 23rd largest city in the country. The CFE Fund has been working since 2015 with the City of Boston, currently led by Mayor Michelle Wu.

Boston, MA is a member of the CFE Coalition

Projects in Boston, MA

Expert Topic: Offices of Financial Empowerment

Expert Topic
Resources and information on launching public offices that work to improve resident economic security through local government infrastructure.

Expert Topic: Youth Savings Initiatives

Expert Topic
Across the country, a number of local governments are increasing the availability of youth savings opportunities for families, with the goal of improving the likelihood that students of limited means enroll and persist in higher education.

Bank On

The CFE Fund’s national Bank On platform supports local coalition and financial institution efforts to connect consumers to safe, affordable bank accounts.

Financial Navigators

The Financial Navigators initiative helps residents deal with the financial impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, providing remote assistance in navigating critical financial issues and making referrals to other social services and resources.

CityStart

Intensive, city-specific approach to helping mayors tee up financial empowerment work in their administrations.