Financial literacy

Financial literacy is the foundation. Everything else is built on it.

You cannot build a stable life on a shaky financial foundation. That is why every R.A.R.E. program starts with financial literacy, delivered through our for-profit partners.

Two partners, one foundation

What participants learn

Kredit Koncepts

Financial education and credit services.

KreditKeys

Rent reporting and financial wellness.

Most renters pay rent every month and get zero credit for it. KreditKeys reports rent payments to help build a credit file from the rent residents already pay, turning a monthly bill into a stepping stone toward housing, employment, and opportunity.

Where you will see it

Woven into every pillar.

Financial literacy is part of every pillar: veterans preparing for civilian life, returning citizens rebuilding, students graduating into the workforce, and Queensbridge residents training for new careers.

It is also taught directly in schools and communities, as covered by PIX11 and in our work with Michael Rainey Jr. bringing financial literacy to New York City students.

Bring financial literacy to you

Bring financial literacy to your school, organization, or community.