...in local banking access efforts and at the same time generating best practices for other coalitions around the country. To learn more about the Bank On Fellowship program, visit www.cfefund.org/bankon...
...unemployment payments. Previously, these payments were disbursed through paper checks or prepaid cards. Both states have ceased payments through prepaid cards, and focused instead onthe availability of safe banking accounts...
...and a new national Fellowship opportunity. Other discussion topics included innovations in safe and affordable financial products; strategies for banking access connectivity; and reflections on coalition banking access success strategies....
...then identify 3-5 partners with whom to work to further develop this opportunity for a subsequent implementation phase. Read FAQs about the project here; apply through our online grant portal....
...additional fundraising for sustainability. Local coalitions can apply now through our online grant portal; watch the informational webinar, and read Frequently Asked Questions and their answers about the Fellowship opportunity....
...online community for Bank On coalition members, financial institutions, academics, and other stakeholders interested in banking access efforts. Members can ask questions and share resources with the community. Join now!...
...as a debit or prepaid card, and online bill pay. Notable changes in the 2021-2022 Standards include disallowing activation and early closure fees while promoting greater access to out-of-network ATMs....
...lines of credit. It is critical that the un- and underbanked, a population overrepresented by people of color, can access transparent and safe short-term credit. Read the full letter here....
...well as innovative programmatic approaches to helping unbanked people open safe and affordable accounts when they start a new job. Pilot partners identify ways to integrate banking access into existing...
...further partnerships, highlight best practices, and catalog lessons unique to integrating financial counseling and coaching within government programs. Applications are being accepted on a rolling basis. Click here to apply....