Welcome to the United Way Suncoast Financial Coaching Program!

Are you struggling with budgeting, credit scores, debt management, or building financial confidence? Does it seem like a lot, and you need some help with knowing where to start? You’re not alone, and we’re here to help!  

Our dedicated team of trained financial coach volunteers is ready to meet with you at a time that works best for you. The team offers personalized guidance to help you achieve your financial goals. More than 60% of our participants have shared that coaching has had an exceptional or substantial impact on their financial well-being! 

What folks are saying about our coaches:

Because of financial coaching, “I have lowered the price each month of my phone, internet and insurance. I have obtained my first credit card on my own in 47 years!”
“With [my coach’s] wonderful help, I've become more savvy with money management by: developing and maintaining a more sound savings and spending plan, building an above average credit score, and exploring avenues to a more financially free future.”
“Talking openly [with my coach] about my budget range and little prospects for increasing income due to health improved my sense of financial peace.”
Because of financial coaching, “I have lowered the price each month of my phone, internet and insurance. I have obtained my first credit card on my own in 47 years!”
“With [my coach’s] wonderful help, I've become more savvy with money management by: developing and maintaining a more sound savings and spending plan, building an above average credit score, and exploring avenues to a more financially free future.”
“Talking openly [with my coach] about my budget range and little prospects for increasing income due to health improved my sense of financial peace.”

About Our Program

  • 100% free: Our coaching resources are free and will always be at no cost to you! You will never need to provide your credit card or bank account information or be asked to pay for a coaching session.
  • Flexible and accessible: Coaching is started virtually, meaning that you can meet your coach in the comfort of your own home over Zoom. Coaching is available every day of the week, so it’s easy to find a time that works best for you. Meet with a coach as few, or as many, times as you’d like for no cost.
  • Confidential and private: Our coaches meet with you 1-on-1, giving you the space to discuss your financial goals and challenges without the worries of judgment.
  • Ethical and trained: All our coaches go through comprehensive training and a criminal background check. Additionally, they must abide by strict ethical standards.

How does coaching work?

  • Step 1: Complete the brief intake application below.
  • Step 2: After completing the application, you’ll soon receive an introduction email from one of our financial coaches. (It may also end up in your Spam/Junk folder.)
  • Step 3: Schedule your first coaching session!

Apply for a free financial coach today

Please complete the brief intake application below to begin your financial coaching journey! After you submit the application, you will see a link in the confirmation message to schedule your appointment. Please click this link to see all of the coaches available.

VOLUNTEERS

Are you passionate about financial knowledge, skills, and access?

Learn more about becoming a Financial Coach by visiting our Volunteer website.

Financial Stability

United Way Suncoast, with partnerships across the community, is committed to breaking the cycle of poverty by leading and participating in programs focused on helping families and individuals increase income and build financial assets.

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