Financial Empowerment Center
The Financial Empowerment Center (FEC) is your ultimate destination for building financial freedom and stability within the Black community. As a powerhouse for financial education and empowerment, the FEC offers cutting-edge services such as personalized financial coaching, budgeting and debt management strategies, credit repair and building tools, and entrepreneurship support programs. With a focus on closing the racial wealth gap and addressing financial inequities, the FEC provides access to community banking resources and practical tools for achieving generational wealth. Empower yourself with knowledge and unlock opportunities to secure your financial future with the FEC.
Financial Education
Our Financial Empowerment Center provides tailored support to individuals at all life stages, from youth to seniors. We offer financial education programs for students, college planning and job readiness for young adults, homeownership and debt management guidance for mid-life adults, and retirement and healthcare cost planning for seniors. Additionally, we assist families with budgeting, insurance, and emergency savings, and provide crisis intervention and recovery support for at-risk individuals. Our goal is to equip everyone in our community with the knowledge and resources they need to achieve financial stability and success.
“Education remains the key to both economic and political empowerment”
- Barbara Jordan
Smart Money Moves Workshop
The Financial Empowerment Center (FEC) hosts monthly workshop programs designed to enhance financial literacy and empower participants to take charge of their financial futures. These workshops have been available both in-person and virtually, and focus on specific and engaging topics each month that address critical areas of financial education. Each session is moderated by an expert in the field, alongside a panel of specialists who bring diverse perspectives and actionable insights to the conversation.
Topics range from building and repairing credit, debt reduction strategies, and homeownership readiness to investment basics, entrepreneurship tips, and estate planning for generational wealth. These targeted workshops are designed to meet participants where they are on their financial journey and provide practical tools and strategies to overcome common barriers.
The importance of these programs lies in their ability to address systemic inequities in financial education, especially within the Black community. By offering accessible, expert-led sessions, the FEC empowers individuals with the knowledge and confidence to make informed decisions, improve financial health, and build a solid foundation for future generations. Whether you prefer the convenience of a virtual session or the interactive nature of an in-person event, the FEC's monthly workshops are tailored to inspire and equip you with the resources you need to thrive.
Our Workshops
If you're interested in enhancing your financial literacy and stability, click the link to learn more about our comprehensive workshops. These sessions cover Building and Maintaining Credit, Debt Repayment, Insurance, Budgeting, Managing Risk, Intro to Investing, Building a Savings Plan, and Home Ownership. To learn more about this program, please contact our FEC Program Manager, Aquilla Robinson.
Financial Empowerment Center Outreach:
Future Bright Conference
ABEP was invited to conduct morning and afternoon financial education sessions at the North Hennepin Community College "Future Bright Conference," as well as participate in the Vendor Resource Hall. The combined sessions attracted around 40 participants, where our staff delivered engaging presentations on various financial literacy topics
