Last year, our Community Financial Educator, Darrell, met a member who was feeling overwhelmed by debt. Credit card bills, overdue payments, and financial stress had taken a toll on their confidence. They knew they needed a change but didn’t know where to start. Darrell stepped in—not just as a financial educator, but as a guide who truly cared about their success.
Together, they built a strategy to tackle debt, one step at a time. Fast forward to today, and this member is completely out of bad debt, has obtained a secured credit card, and is consistently putting money into savings. Their credit score has climbed, and they now have big goals—a new truck and a home!
By taking charge of their financial future, they proved that with the right tools and support, anyone can turn their situation around.
This is what financial empowerment looks like.