Detroit Neighborhoods Get Boost from Chase Financial Wellness Program

Financial wellness isn't just about reaching milestones; it's about building habits and making choices every day. Annette Washington, Community Manager at JPMorganChase in Detroit, helps neighbors develop a routine that fits their lives by providing practical money skills education and support on topics like budgeting, saving, building credit, and scam prevention.

Washington emphasizes the importance of starting small when practicing financial wellness. She suggests making time for a weekly 10-minute money check-in, setting up automatic savings, or asking questions about credit. Through local collaborations and free workshops, Community Managers help neighbors build healthy money habits like budgeting, improving credit, planning for homeownership, and protecting against scams.

The American Dream Initiative is a multi-year effort by JPMorganChase to expand economic opportunity by scaling evidence-based solutions that help the economy work for more people. The initiative aims to reach 5 million people through financial education programs, Community Centers, and personalized guidance.