Income and Wealth Building
Wealth is often transferred from one generation to the next, or accumulated through home ownership. But for many, particularly people of color, these modes of wealth accumulation are inaccessible. LISC’s financial stability programs build equity by connecting low- to moderate- income families with the financial and labor market mainstream.
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FOCs provide employment and career counseling, one-on-one financial coaching, and help building credit, savings, and assets. They also connect clients with income supports such as food stamps, utilities assistance and affordable health insurance.
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Bridges to Career Opportunities are introductory programs for Greater Boston residents in areas such as Biotechnology, Culinary, or Digital Literacy. Training cycles subject to change/vary.
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Bridges to Green Jobs is a two-week training program designed to prepare Massachusetts residents for entry-level weatherization technician positions with mission-aligned contractors who support advancing climate action, racial equity, and economic justice.