Boost Your Financial Power with Grow Brooklyn

• Financial literacy is knowing how money works.
• Financial capability is using that knowledge to make smart choices every day.

Because it helps you:

• Stay out of debt

• Save for emergencies

• Build credit

• Reach big goals like going back to school, buying a home, or starting a business

Yes! It’s not about how much you make—it’s about how you plan and use what you have. Even small steps can lead to big changes.

We can help you:

• Make a budget

• Build a savings plan

• Understand and improve your credit

• Get ready for homeownership

• Navigate financial challenges like debt or back bills

• Access public benefits you may qualify for

• Emergency fund (3–6 months of expenses)

• First and last month’s rent

• Moving costs

• Home purchase down payment

• Tuition or vocational training

• Car repairs or purchase

• Childcare

• Medical or dental procedures

• Immigration fees

• Back taxes

• Business startup costs

• Funeral or estate-related expenses

• A family trip or special celebration

• Yes! All our financial capability services are completely free to eligible NYC residents.

• Yes. We can show you safe ways to build financial stability and access services, even if you’re undocumented.

• You can also consult with our affiliate Brooklyn Cooperative Federal Credit Union (Brooklyn Coop), or we’ll help you find another trusted bank or credit union near you that offers safe, affordable services—no surprise fees or shady fine print.