EMPath’s flagship program is called Career Family Opportunity (CFO). This intensive, five-year program is the original pilot of EMPath’s coaching approach. Participants and mentors set goals including saving $3,425 of their own money in a matched savings program, college completion, and housing stability. Program offices are located in South Boston. Since the program began in 2009, a total of 48 participants have graduated the program.

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The Career Family Opportunity (CFO) program puts you in charge of creating your own path to economic independence. Work with a coach for up to five years to make a plan to achieve your own goals for yourself and your family.

Through the program, you will:

• Partner 1:1 with a mentor, up to five years
• Make a plan to achieve your own goals
• Support and encourage fellow CFOs
• Earn financial incentives
• Develop leadership skills
• End with $10,000 in matched savings

You may be eligible if you:

• Are head of household with permanent, subsidized housing (Section 8, etc.)
• Are a parent (18+ years) with children or legal dependents living with you
• Are a high school graduate or GED/HiSET recipient
• Are legally eligible to work in the U.S.
• Are willing and able to pursue a career that will pay family sustaining wages
• Have a household income that is 50% or less than the area median income
• Are in school or working part-time (20+ hours/week for at least 3+ months)

To apply to this FREE program, click the button below. Or, to learn more, call 617-697-4188 or email Bryna at bramsey@empathways.org.

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