Financial stability provides a greater sense of control, flexibility, and security. To help more individuals financially thrive, we offer programs that offer high-quality, financial assistance for free. These services can benefit anyone in our community, regardless of their financial income.
Greater Jackson Financial Empowerment Center
The Greater Jackson Financial Empowerment Center (GFEC) offers no-cost, financial counseling to all West Tennessee residents. There are no income or program requirements to qualify for services. Our financial counselors can help you plan for your future, establish or improve credit, manage debt and finances, create a budget, increase savings, maximize cashflow, and connect with safe and affordable banking services. The GFEC is jointly managed by the City of Jackson and Cities for Financial Empowerment with offices in Jackson, Brownsville, and Martin.
Benefit Kitchen
The Tennessee Benefit Kitchen is a free, virtual tool that screens users for unclaimed public benefits. State residents can text “Benefits” to 211-211 to receive a free screener, which can be completed in several minutes. Users will then immediately receive notice of eligible tax credits/benefits, along with links to apply for those benefits.
VITA
During tax season, Cadence Bank offer this free tax assistance program to qualified individuals and Spanish speakers who make $68,675 or less. VITA-certified volunteers walk clients through every step of the process. Individuals can also file their taxes online for free at myfreetaxes.com. United Way will not be taking appointments for VITA in 2026. To schedule an appointment, call 731-422-9219.
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