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Save Up, RISE Memphis’s matched-savings account program, is designed to help low-to-moderate wage earners learn to manage their income; improve their credit; save money; purchase assets such as homes, computers and post-secondary education; and even establish their own micro-enterprises. RISE teaches participants to create a budget based on their personal income and expenses and to establish safe and affordable bank accounts and purchase assets. After participants complete financial education classes, RISE helps them open a special savings account that requires them to deposit $25-$100 per month for six consecutive months. After six months of saving, RISE matches each dollar saved with two dollars, tripling participants’ savings and making

Our Goal Card program teaches public school students how to set and achieve academic, financial and life goals. The incentive program provides structured academic mentoring and support from adult volunteers, who lend their time and insight to provide ongoing encouragement and guidance. Students earn points for their achievements, which are redeemable for school supplies, gift cards and small electronic items. They can also choose to bank their points for even bigger rewards. Goal Card students continue to have a 100% graduation rate.

The GMFEC offers free, one-on-one professional financial counseling to all Shelby County residents. Certified financial counselors are available for personalized guidance and can help you deal with a wide range of personal financial issues. Need help managing or reducing your household debt? Want advice on how to build or restore your personal credit? Have a budget but need some specific tips on how to better save for retirement or other goal? Counselors can help you: Take control of your debt Deal with debt collectors Improve your credit Build your savings Create a budget and create a plan to stick to it Find safe and affordable financial products Other services based on your needs ​Services are always free

Our Silver Neighbors program empowers older adults to make better choices about their finances. Trained volunteer peer ambassadors travel to community sites such as senior centers, churches and housing developments to educate seniors about topics such as scams and fraud, Medicare, life insurance products, budgeting and benefits. These learning circles help seniors better understand their financial circumstances and become more knowledgeable about the services available to them in the community.