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Bank On Academy

A resource program from Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund

This is not a grant

Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund provides donated goods or services here, not funding. Nonprofits receive items or support directly rather than money, so there is no award to spend. If you're looking for cash funding, this program won't provide it.

Application deadline
October 6, 2026
Estimated value
$20K – $250K ($20,000 planning grant; eligible for a two-year implementation grant of $250,000 ($150,000 in the first year and $100,000 in the second year))
Value of goods or services, not a cash award.
Geographic focus
United States

About this program

Planning opportunity for local governments interested in launching a Financial Empowerment Center (FEC). Selected partners receive a $20,000 planning grant and significant technical assistance for up to 15 months to design and prepare for launch; graduates may be eligible for a two-year implementation grant.

financial counselingfinancial empowermentbanking accessasset buildingconsumer financial protectionlocal government capacity building

Who can apply

Open to local government partners interested in launching a Financial Empowerment Center; applications must be submitted through the CFE Fund online portal.

How to request support

Request support on the funder's site

We last checked this link on July 14, 2026.

About the organization
Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund · NEW YORK, NY
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