Building Capacity for Financial Security in Underserved Communities
Scholarships provide much needed access to personal finance certification and training
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® (AFCPE
®) recently awarded Strategic Impact Fund certification and training scholarships to 11 nonprofit organizations. Additionally, with the support of the National Endowment for Financial Education
® (NEFE
®), 100 AFC
® certification scholarships were awarded to people of color, and JPMorgan Chase Co. generously provided funding to support the training and credentialing for individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing.
"AFCPE is committed to ensuring that all people have access to high-quality, equitable financial education—regardless of income or background," said Rebecca Wiggins, AFCPE Executive Director. "By providing access to the highest standards in financial counseling, coaching, and education, we are equipping organizations and professionals with the knowledge and skills to build the confidence and capacity they need to better serve their communities."