Education and Financial Services
At the Financial Opportunity Center (FOC) we can help you gain financial stability – for good. We will empower you with critical skills and tools using a proven, research-based curriculum. Beyond employment, the FOC can help you map a path to financial stability.
4808 Yale StreetHouston, Texas 77018(713) 460-0781
The Independence Heights Financial Opportunity Center in Houston is supported by LISC (Local Initiatives Support Corporation) and the United Way THRIVE collaboration. It offers a range of employment services, financial education and planning support that helps individuals improve their financial knowledge and health.
731 W. DavisConroe, TX 77301(281) 210-0950Funded by a grant from the Montgomery County United Way, the new Financial Opportunity Center offers financial counseling, vocational training, job readiness training, and individual career counseling, among a number of other services specific to the needs of Montgomery County residents.
1600 Lake Front CircleThe Woodlands, TX 77380(281) 210-0950
Funded by a grant from the Montgomery County United Way, the new Financial Opportunity Center offers financial counseling, vocational training, job readiness training, and individual career counseling, among a number of other services specific to the needs of Montgomery County residents.
Houston, Conroe, The Woodlands, and surrounding areas
If you are interested in applying for (FOC) services, we invite you to view our Program Overview video and complete our online application by submitting an application below.
If you are interested in applying for Financial Opportunity Center (FOC) services, we invite you to view our Program Overview video and complete our online application by clicking the “Apply Here” button above.
The Financial Opportunity Center offers a wide array of bundled services in three core areas: increased wages, improved finances and access to public benefits.
Participants will engage in financial literacy workshops and receive one-on-one financial coaching. Program also includes access to savings and credit-building products through partner banks and credit unions.
Participants will receive one-on-one employment coaching. Services include resume assistance, mock interviews, job placement assistance, and job retention support.
Participants will receive benefit screening services, benefit application assistance, and linkages to community services related to food, clothing, etc.