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 | One of United Way’s top goals is to help working families and individuals achieve economic success and independence. One way we’re working to achieve this goal is through our new United Way Center for Financial Stability, which opened in October in Northwest Miami. |
This one-stop center, one of only two United Way Worldwide national pilot sites, provides families and individuals with a full range of services and support – from financial coaching to free tax preparation and benefits enrollment to employment assistance and credit counseling. The Center is operated by South Florida Urban Ministries; its founding partner is Bank of America
For a downloadable brochure on services offered at the Center for Financial Stability:
South Florida Urban Ministries
11500 NW 12 Avenue
Miami, FL 33168
(305) 688-3551
(305) 688-3556 (fax)
http://www.sflum.org/
English, Spanish, Creole spoken
Get help online
Browse United Way’s online financial resources for helpful information on foreclosure prevention, money management, meeting your needs, employment, coping with stress, tax help and prosperity centers.
The Center is operated through funding provided by the following organizations and companies:
Bank of America
Florida Power & Light
IBM
Siemer Family Foundation
South Florida Urban Ministries
United Way of Miami-Dade
United Way Worldwide
Volunteer Florida
The United Way Center for Financial Stability works in partnership with the following organizations:
ACCION USA – Florida
Consolidated Credit Counseling Services
Consumer Credit Counseling Services / Apprisen Financial Advocates
Cuban American National Council
Financial Planning Association
Lakeview Elementary School
Little Haiti Housing Association
Neighborhood Housing Services of South Florida
South Florida Workforce
Switchboard of Miami
War on Poverty
WorkSquare
Youth Co-Op
YWCA of Greater Miami
United Way of Miami-Dade
How to get free tax help
South Florida Urban Ministries
Beehive
Budget Lounge
Financial Literacy Library
IRS Outreach Corner
To register for the following classes or to schedule a financial check-up appointment, please call (305) 688-3551. All events take place at the United Way Center for Financial Stability.
Banking - Matched-savings program* - Learn about different financial products and the different features and costs of banks, accounts, and check cashing outlets. Presented by YWCA Miami-Dade.
Wednesday, September 1, 2010
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Job & Career Workshop - Get the information and support you need to find a job that fits and develop an individualized job search plan. Presented by SFLUM.
Wednesday, September 8, 2010
10:00 am - 11:30 am
Budgeting - Matched-savings program* - Budgeting for real life - set short, medium and long term goals and learn how you can make a budget you will actually use. Presented by YWCA Miami-Dade.
Wednesday, September 8, 2010
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Homebuyer Education - **HUD Certified** - This comprehensive course will prepare you for homeownership and help you qualify for preferred lending and home incentives. Presented by Neighborhood Housing Services.
Saturday, September 11, 2010
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Investment - Matched-savings program* - Are you a saver or an investor? Learn the strate-gies and instruments that could make you a more successful investor. Presented by YWCA Miami-Dade.
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Small Business: Personal Preparedness - Program overview and discussion of personal fi-nances, leveraging experience, building the right supports and defining your mission. Presented by SFLUM.
Tuesday, September 21, 2010
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Job & Career Workshop - Get the information and support you need to find a job that fits and develop an individualized job search plan. Presented by SFLUM.
Wednesday, September 22, 2010
10:00 am - 11:30 am
Small Business: Cash Flows & Breakeven Analysis - Introduction to business finances, managing cash flow and using breakeven analysis to set prices and plan for your business. Presented by SFLUM.
Tuesday, September 28, 2010
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Home Buying* - Learn how to decide on a price range, pick a mortgage, APR rates and the important laws you should know. Presented by YWCA Miami-Dade.
Wednesday, September 29, 2010
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Want to buy a home? Do you want to start or grow a business?
You may qualify for YWCA’s matched savings program that will show you how to be more financially stable. Qualifying individuals and families need to attend seven (7) key classes. Sign up now while space is still available.
To register for these classes or to schedule a financial check-up appointment, please call (305) 688-3551. All events take place at the United Way Center for Financial Stability.
*Helps Matched-savings/IDA program participants meet training requirements.
Learn more about the Matched-savings/IDA program.
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