Liberty Bay Credit Union Launches Free Online Education Program

Liberty Bay Credit Union, today announced the launch of an interactive, online financial education initiative through their new partnership with the nation’s leading education technology innovator, EVERFI, Inc. FA$Ttrack by Liberty Bay is available as a complimentary resource to help Liberty Bay Credit Union community members learn how to manage their finances and plan for the future.

“For over 100 years we have built our brand by focusing on the community,” said Ed Lopes, President & CEO, Liberty Bay Credit Union. “Providing this free financial education program to the public – whether they are members of Liberty Bay Credit Union or not – further deepens our commitment to the communities we serve.”

According to Bankrate, 63% of Americans do not have enough money saved to cover a $500 emergency. Liberty Bay Credit Union is committed to empowering all community members with the skills they need to change this trend and thrive financially.

FA$Ttrack by Liberty Bay offers an assortment of financial education learning topics, with subjects including building emergency savings, mortgage education and retirement planning. Each learning topic is 3-10 minutes in length and is designed to encourage participants to build financial confidence through a series of interactive activities. The mobile and tablet-friendly program is available in English and Spanish.

“As a trusted partner and leader with nearly a decade of experience providing financial education for learners of all ages, EVERFI believes that financial capability is and must be within reach for all consumers and communities, regardless of their financial means, “ said EVERFI Co-Founder and President of Financial Education, Ray Martinez. “This program empowers financial institutions by showing them how to education their consumers to take control of their financial health.”

To learn more about the program, visit www.LBCU.org/fasttrack.