moving families forward
We support and sustain individuals and families in Burke County, NC by fostering financial wellness and community resiliency.
Financial Wellness
Through our Financial Coaching Program, we support individuals and families with personalized guidance to build a strong financial foundation. Our Financial Wellness @ Work initiative brings that same support directly to local employees, equipping them with the resources and education to build long-term financial stability. And because financial wellness doesn't stop at a paycheck, we champion access to education, training, and employment opportunities that lead to livable wages and long-term career growth for our community.
Community Resiliency
We work to build a more resilient Burke County by connecting people, organizations, and resources to address community needs, respond to challenges, and strengthen local support systems.
We serve alice
ALICE® stands for Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed. These are individuals and families who work hard but still struggle to make ends meet. ALICE is just one crisis away from homelessness, hunger, or unemployment. 29% of Burke County Households are ALICE.
Your investment = impact in burke county
$20 Purchases 2 backpacks filled with school supplies
$40 Pays Child Care Registration Fees for 1 student for Before/Afterschool Care OR Summer Camp
$60 Pays for 1 week of Before & Afterschool Care for 1 Student
$100 Provides 4 one-on-one Financial Coaching Sessions with a Certified Financial Counselor
$150 Provides 1 Week of YMCA Summer Camp for 1 student