Somos Familia is an economic inclusion program focused on educating Hispanic consumers about ways to become fully integrated into the banking system, and directly linking them to safe, affordable financial products and services. Somos Familia is specifically designed to empower unbanked Hispanic families and individuals to gain access to mainstream banking services that assist in sustainable wealth building.
By providing participants with information, skills and resources necessary to improve their financial condition, Somos Familia builds on the strengths of Latino communities by cultivating the values of selfsufficiency, upward mobility and long-term security.
Risks and Fees Associated with Alternative Financial Services
Benefits of Utilizing Mainstream Banking Services
Banking with Confidence
Establishing a Traditional Checking and Savings Account with an FDIC Insured Bank
Prepaid Credit Cards
Evading Predatory Lenders and Financial Scams
Saving Energy Means Saving Green
Individual Development Accounts
Volunteer Income Tax Assistance
Technology to Enhance Financial Well-Being
Somos Familia workshops are taught in English and Spanish in a virtual setting by experienced housing professionals who are certified by the NeighborWorks® Center for Homebuyer Education and Counseling.