Community voices are central to United Way’s approach to economic justice. By empowering residents to identify priorities and create culturally responsive solutions in their own communities, we can leverage our…
Good credit can help people achieve financial stability and build wealth. In fact, having good credit can save you hundreds of thousands of dollars over a lifetime through lower interest…
During the COVID pandemic, Maria Catalina managed to increase her credit score from 0 to 700+. How did she do it? Armed with financial knowledge and credit-building strategies that she gained…
This time of year, many of us take stock of our financial well-being and plan for the year ahead. But according to Prosperity Now, 46% of families in Boston and…
Boston Builds Credit marks first year of impact By Robert Burns, Citi Community Development and Brigid Boyd, United Way of Massachusetts Bay and Merrimack Valley “A good credit score is…
IT WAS THE 60’s. Woodstock and the moon walk were still a year away. The civil rights movement was gaining momentum. And back in 1968, a group of Puerto Rican…
United Way has a long history of mobilizing resources for people in need. But is that enough? The entrenched issues facing our region, such as income inequality and the achievement…
Whether you’re looking to make a big investment or struggling to get from paycheck to paycheck, we can all use some sound financial advice from time to time. The certified…
They gathered quietly in a union hall on Tremont Street in Boston. Revenue officers from the Internal Revenue Service, scientists from the Environmental Protection Agency, and housing specialists from Housing…
Money isn’t an easy topic. Discussing a raise, negotiating rent, or getting a good deal on a car loan make for awkward, stiff, and uncomfortable conversations. For families without stable…