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Center for Working Families (CWF)

The Center for Working Families® (CWF)
is a new approach to help families reach financialstability and move up the economic ladder. Pioneered by the Casey Foundationand now supported by other major funders, the CWF offers an innovativeframework for how families can increase their earnings and income (“Earn It”),reduce their financial transaction costs (“Keep It”), and build wealth forthemselves and their communities (“Grow It”).

The CWF on the East Sideis a unique collaboration of nonprofits. Locial Initiative Support Corporation (LISC), Lutheran Social Service ofMinnesota (LSS), Eastside Neighborhood Development Center (ESNDC), Payne-LakeCommunity Partners and Thrivent Financial for Lutherans have joined forces todeliver an innovative combination of financial services. 

Be debt free, control your money, and increase your qualityof life.

Below are snapshots of the services available to residents ofthe East Side of Saint Paul:

BUDGETINGCOUNSELING                  DEBT & CREDIT HELP

-Realistic Spending Plans                               -DebtManagement Plans, Credit Card Help

-Action Plans to Meet Goals                           -Tipsto Deal with Collectors

-Money Management Tips                              -ConsumerRights & Protection

-Create a Budget                                             -CreditReport Review


GET CHECKING                                        BANKRUPTCY SERVICES

-Learn Skills to Manage an Account              -Pre-Filing Bankruptcy Counseling

-Regain Access to Open an Account              -Pre-Discharge Bankruptcy Education


*EMPLOYMENTCOACHING

-Assistance with a better job placement for already workingfamilies

-Career Laddering

-Employment Counseling

-Resume Reviews

If anyone residing in the East Side of Saint Paul would liketo receive these services or need further information, please contact Jeanne Szegda @651-793-7324.  Hours of operation arefrom 8:30-5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Evening hours are available.

We are located in the John A. Johnson Elementary School

740 York Avenue
Room 2115
St. Paul
, MN 55106