FinHealth Spend Research 2021
The FinHealth Spend Research estimates what U.S. households pay in interest and fees for common financial services every year. The majority of U.S. households were struggling financially before COVID-19, and the pandemic added pressures that affected access to everyday financial products. This report analyzes how the hundreds of billions Americans spent on interest and fees in 2020 varied by race, income, and other demographic factors, with specific insights into the increased burdens borne by financially struggling consumers.
H.M. Queen Máxima of the Netherlands: Building a Financially Inclusive World
Her Majesty Queen Máxima of the Netherlands’ passion for financial inclusion began as a child in Argentina, navigating the impacts of hyperinflation on families and desire to act. In her role as the United Nations Secretary-General's Special Advocate for Inclusive Finance for Development (UNSGSA), she champions access to affordable and safe financial services for communities around the world, especially underserved groups. Through close collaboration with public and private sector partners, her work has driven real progress for financial health. In this episode of EMERGE Everywhere, learn more about Queen Máxima’s experiences, accomplishments, and vision for the future of financial inclusion and financial health.
Pulse Points Fall 2021: How Families Are Using Child Tax Credits
New Pulse transactional data suggests that child tax credit payments have had a positive financial impact on recipients, particularly those who experienced hardship in the past.
Managing the Initial Financial Shock
Justice-involved individuals and their families face a number of expenses that can create financial strains immediately after arrest, including posting bail and hiring legal representation.
EFH Toolkit: Connect with Peers
Learn how the Financial Health Network can help your organization build an effective program to improve employee financial health.
The Cost of Financial Services for Struggling Households
FinHealth Spend Report 2021 co-author Meghan Greene goes beyond the numbers to shed light on the products that are driving spending and examines the meaningful disparities that impact the lives of millions in this member-exclusive video.
Member Content Sharing
Highlight your expertise by sharing insights, research, and materials to be accessed by other Members of our Financial Health Network.
2020 Financial Health Leaders
The Financial Health Leaders program recognizes Members that are at the forefront of financial health measurement. Leaders are Members that have committed to measuring the financial health of their customers, employees, and/or clients.
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Fintech Innovation Leader Joins the Financial Health Network
Hannah brings a passion for financial health and knowledge of startups, nonprofits, financial services, and the fintech ecosystem at large. She will be responsible for the strategic direction of our Innovation practice, including the Financial Solutions Lab.
Risky Business: Pandemic Underscores How Strong Personal Financial Health Can Build Small Business Resilience
It’s critical that small businesses — especially those in underserved communities — get support from government and philanthropies to rebuild, and that owners also receive personal financial health support so they can build resilience over time and weather future financial shocks.
2020 Branch Report
Provided by Branch, this research reveals how the coronavirus pandemic has affected the priorities and concerns for workers in sectors such as food service, retail, and healthcare.