2024 SAFE Scholarship Applications Now Being Accepted
Release Date: January 10, 2024
SAFE is pleased to announce the return of its scholarship program for 2024! This scholarship opportunity is for hardworking individuals looking to further their education or careers. Ideal candidates value and make contributions toward:
- Helping people - Serving the underserved - Making an impact in and giving back to their community
Click here to learn more about this program and to apply. Applications will be accepted until March 17, 2024.
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SAFE Awards 2023 Scholarships
Release Date: June 1, 2023
SAFE is pleased to announce its 2023 scholarship award winners. This year's field of applicants was truly outstanding. The applicants represented a fantastic mix of individuals from many backgrounds with a variety of outstanding stories to tell.
Selecting winners from this year's pool of applicants was an uplifting journey with dozens of examples of individuals who consistently put the needs of others before their own. This year, the scholarship committee selected 10 applicants who demonstrated an impressive drive for helping people, serving the underserved, and making an impact in and giving back to our communities.
Congratulations to:
Aiyana Miles Kerrigan Driskell Anna Grace Eling Sarah Hunt Hailey Hubbard Melanie Degraw Kylie Moore Kystle Creston Smith Ian Long Ivan Marjanovic
To learn more about our winners, please click here.
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Spring Newsletter Now Available
Release Date: February 24, 2023
The newest issue of the SAFE newsletter is now available for members. Current members will receive a copy in their email or mailbox soon, while anyone else may find it here. This issue includes tips on Spring Cleaning your Finances, our 2023 scholarship announcement, and our annual meeting announcement.
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2023 SAFE Scholarship Applications Now Being Accepted
Release Date: January 10, 2023
SAFE is pleased to announce the return of its scholarship program for 2023! This scholarship opportunity is for hardworking individuals looking to further their education or careers. Ideal candidates value and make contributions toward:
- Helping people - Serving the underserved - Making an impact in and giving back to their community
Click here to learn more about this program and to apply. Applications will be accepted until March 17, 2023.
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SAFE Announces Remaining 2022 Donations
Release Date: December 8, 2022
SAFE is pleased to announce the recipients of its remaining 2022 program donations.
A total of $15,500 was donated to four organizations located in the Southern Tier of New York and South Central Pennsylvania. IncubatorWorks, the Career Development Council, United Way of the Southern Tier, and the "Reading Connection" program of the United Way of Franklin County will all receive financial support.
To have your organization considered for a donation, learn more here.
SAFE is pleased to announce its 2022 scholarship award winners. This year's field of applicants was truly outstanding. The applicants represented a fantastic mix of individuals from many backgrounds with a variety of outstanding stories to tell.
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SAFE Awards 2022 Scholarships
Release Date: June 4, 2022
SAFE is pleased to announce its 2022 scholarship award winners. This year's field of applicants was truly outstanding. The applicants represented a fantastic mix of individuals from many backgrounds with a variety of outstanding stories to tell.
Selecting winners from this year's pool of applicants was an uplifting journey with dozens of examples of individuals who consistently put the needs of others before their own. This year, the scholarship committee selected 9 applicants who demonstrated an impressive drive for helping people, serving the underserved, and making an impact in and giving back to our communities. A total of $40,000 was awarded to this group of deserving applicants.
Congratulations to:
Emma Bailey Traci Johnson Ismael Urbina James Gensel Andrew Bo Autumn Skillman Michael DeMeritt Analeigh Urbina Isabella Voorhees
To learn more about our winners, please click here.
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2022 SAFE Scholarship Applications Now Being Accepted
Release Date: January 10, 2022
SAFE is pleased to announce the return of its scholarship program for 2022! This scholarship opportunity is for hardworking individuals looking to further their education or careers. Ideal candidates value and make contributions toward:
- Helping people - Serving the underserved - Making an impact in and giving back to their community
Click here to learn more about this program and to apply. Applications will be accepted until March 18, 2022.
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SAFE Announces Year-End Donations
Release Date: December 1, 2021
SAFE recently announced several year-end donations to a variety of non-profit organizations.
First, SAFE contributed to three non-profit organizations supporting home-bound seniors in Chemung and Steuben Counties. Financial donations were made to Chemung County Meals on Wheels, Corning Meals on Wheels, and ProAction of Steuben & Yates, Inc. as part of United Way of the Southern Tier's Stocking Stuffers Drive.
Second, a donation was made to the Community Foundation's First-Generation College Students' Final Exam Cram to help send packages to first-generation college students to support their educational endeavors.
Finally, SAFE donated to a new program from the Corning Area Chamber of Commerce called Youth Leadership in Action. To learn more about all of these organizations and how you can help, visit their websites below.
United Way of the Southern Tier: https://www.uwst.org/ Community Foundation: http://www.communityfund.org/
Youth Leadership in Action: https://www.corningny.com/
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SAFE Sponsors Annual Southern Tier Women's Conference
Release Date: October 4, 2021
SAFE is excited to be a sponsor of the 7th annual Southern Tier Women's
Conference, to be held on Saturday, October 23, 2021 at The Center at Park
Avenue in Corning, New York, as well as online. The vision behind
the Southern Tier Women's Financial Conference is to gather a diverse
group of women to not just learn, but to share their financial and life
experiences. This one-day conference was established because there is a need to
empower and educate women in our area about financial matters.
The Southern Tier Women's Financial Conference is open to
women of any age or economic status who manage their financial futures. The
one-day annual event begins with a social breakfast, followed by speakers
covering an array of financial topics such as credit, budgeting, record
retention, investing, retirement, social security, and health issues such as
stress management. A networking lunch and exhibitor venue allow the women to
feel supported by their peers and local businesses. The conference fee includes
a topic related book, a packet of materials to take home, lunch and all the
sessions.
For more information or to register, visit Cornell Cooperative Extension of Steuben County's website.
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Summer Newsletter Now Available
Release Date: June 18, 2021
The newest issue of the SAFE newsletter is now available for members. Current members will receive a copy in their email or mailbox soon, while anyone else may find it here. This issue includes tips for affordable self-care and an announcement of our 2021 scholarship winners.
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SAFE Awards $40,000 in 2021 Scholarships
Release Date: June 4, 2021
SAFE is pleased to announce its 2021 scholarship award winners. This year's field of applicants was truly outstanding. The applicants represented a fantastic mix of individuals from many backgrounds with a variety of outstanding stories to tell. From high school seniors to PhD students and those entering the ROTC, our applicants were impressive in their commitment to helping others.
Selecting winners from this year's pool of applicants was an uplifting journey with dozens of examples of individuals who consistently put the needs of others before their own. This year, the scholarship committee selected twelve applicants who demonstrated an impressive drive for helping people, serving the underserved, and making an impact in and giving back to our communities. A total of $40,000 was awarded to this group of deserving applicants.
Congratulations to:
Adam Zaborsky
Alison Klee
Ashleigh Woodcock
Ashley Johnson
Brooke Yorio
Christine McDow
Emma Brown
Fayth Jenkins
Samantha Lewis
Sophie Kartzman
Tara Simmon
To learn more about our winners, please click here.
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Spring Newsletter Now Available
Release Date: February 26, 2021
The newest issue of the SAFE newsletter is now available for members. Current members will receive a copy in their email or mailbox soon, while anyone else may find it here. This issue includes tips on setting 2021 financial goals, our 2021 scholarship announcement, information about SAFE's financial educators, and our annual meeting announcement.
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2021 SAFE Scholarship Applications Now Being Accepted
Release Date: January 11, 2021
SAFE is pleased to announce the return of its scholarship program for 2021! This scholarship opportunity is for hardworking individuals looking to further their education or careers. Ideal candidates value and make contributions toward:
- Helping people - Serving the underserved - Making an impact in and giving back to their community
Click here to learn more about this program and to apply. Applications will be accepted until March 19, 2021.
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SAFE Supports Stocking Stuffers Drive
Release Date: December 2, 2020
SAFE recently made donations to three non-profit organizations supporting home-bound seniors in Chemung and Steuben Counties.
Financial donations were made to Chemung County Meals on Wheels, Corning Meals on Wheels, and ProAction of Steuben & Yates, Inc. as part of United Way of the Southern Tier's Stocking Stuffers Drive.
"We know this year has been difficult for many people, including seniors," said Beth Howard, SAFE President. "We are happy to be able to make the holidays a little brighter for those that benefit from these important meal programs."
For more information about the United Way of the Southern Tier or to make a donation, visit www.uwst.org.
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Fall Newsletter Now Available
Release Date: October 16, 2020
The newest issue of the SAFE newsletter is now available for members. Current members will receive a copy in their email or mailbox soon, while anyone else may find it here. This issue includes COVID-19 financial resources, an announcement about a recent donation, and details on how to request SAFE financial education volunteers for your community group or event.
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SAFE Makes Donation to Support ProAction Family Leadership Program
Release Date: October 5, 2020
SAFE recently announced it made a financial donation to support ProAction of Steuben and Yates, Inc.'s Family Leadership Program. This unique program will be held over four sessions on Thursday evenings either virtually or as an in-person hybrid.
ProAction states that, "Families are the true voice for our children and our communities. Now more than ever as
communities and families attempt to 'rise strong,' from the challenges of the pandemic,
parent leaders are needed. Come gain the knowledge and confidence to lift your voice as we
guide you to gain the skills to advocate on behalf of your children and your community.
Together we can create a safe and supported path for all children to succeed. You will become
the leader you were always meant to be."
View the image at left for more information about each individual session and contact Linda George at georgel@proactioninc.org to register. Registration must be received by October 26, 2020.
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Summer Newsletter Now Available
Release Date: July 21, 2020
The newest issue of the SAFE newsletter is now available for members. Current members will receive a copy in their email or mailbox soon, while anyone else may find it here. This issue includes information on how to get help if you're experiencing financial difficulties and our scholarship winner announcement.
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SAFE Announces 2020 Scholarship Winners
Release Date: July 3, 2020
Each year, the StraightTalk® Association for Financial
Empowerment (SAFE) awards a minimum of $5,000 in scholarships to hard-working
individuals looking to further their education or career. This year’s field of
applicants for the SAFE Scholarship was truly outstanding. The applicants
represented a fantastic mix of individuals from many backgrounds with a variety
of outstanding stories to tell. From high school seniors to PhD students and
those entering the ROTC, our applicants were impressive in their commitment to
helping others.
Selecting winners from this year’s pool of applicants was
an uplifting journey with dozens of examples of individuals who consistently
put the needs of others before their own. This year, the scholarship committee
selected three applicants who demonstrated an impressive drive for helping
people, serving the underserved, and making an impact in and giving back to our
communities. While the review and voting process is blind and completely
anonymous, we are excited that all of this years’ winners just so happened to
be pursuing education in the healthcare field: a field certainly deserving of
support during these uncertain times. Congratulations to:
Amanda Flick
Amanda embodies the desire to make a positive difference in
the lives of those around her. Whether by leading her peers in a number of
educational roles or volunteering in her community, her goal is to aid in the
lives of those in her community. She is currently pursuing a degree in nursing.
Jennifer Simpson
Jennifer lives out her desire to aid those around her every
day in her role as a labor and delivery nurse. She is currently working
full-time while pursuing her Master’s in midwifery and has plans to pursue two other
degrees upon successful completion of her current program.
Anneliese Probeck
Anneliese displays an amazing drive to give back and has
been heavily involved in her community for many years. She intends to enroll in
a nursing program and is fully committed to continuing volunteering in her
local community upon entering the work force.
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Spring Newsletter Now Available
Release Date: March 4, 2020
The newest issue of the SAFE newsletter is now available for members. Current members will receive a copy in their email or mailbox soon, while anyone else may find it here. This issue includes tips on how to make college more affordable, information about our new scholarship program, and our annual meeting announcement.
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SAFE to Hold Annual Meeting
Release Date: March 1, 2020
The Annual Meeting of the Board of Directors and the members of SAFE will be held on Monday, March 16, 2020. The meeting will be held at 3:00 p.m. at Corning Credit Union, corner of Pulteney and Ferris Streets, Corning NY. All members of SAFE are welcome to attend in-person or virtually and Board positions will be voted on at this time.
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SAFE Begins Scholarship Program
Release Date: January 13, 2020
New this year, SAFE is proud to sponsor scholarship opportunities for hard-working individuals looking to further their education or careers. Ideal candidates value and make contributions toward:
- Helping people
- Serving the underserved
- Making an impact in and giving back to their community
Click here to learn more about this program and how to apply.
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SAFE Attends Corning Area Chamber Non-Profit Mixer
Release Date: December 6, 2019
SAFE President and Treasurer Beth Howard (right) and SAFE volunteer Stephanie Carl (left) recently attended the Corning Area Chamber of Commerce's Non-Profit Mixer. Many local non-profit organizations attend this event annually to connect with local community members at the close of the year. This event is a wonderful opportunity to meet many other like-minded individuals and organizations who focus on helping others, serving the underserved, and making an impact on our community.
Thank you to the Corning Area Chamber of Commerce and Corning Credit Union for hosting this lovely Business After Business event!
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SAFE Supports Pine Valley Elementary PTA School Supply Drive
Release Date: August 16, 2019
SAFE was proud to recently sponsor the Pine Valley Elementary School Parent Teacher Association in Wilmington, NC with a contribution toward their school supply drive. Robin Davis, SAFE volunteer (left), presented
the check to Cindy Kuhne, Pine Valley’s PTA President (right). The funds will be used
to purchase school supplies for all students at Pine Valley Elementary School
in the 2019-2020 school year.
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Annual Newsletter Now Available
Release Date: March 18, 2019
The newest issue of the SAFE newsletter is now available for members. Current members will receive a copy in their email or mailbox soon, while anyone else may find it here. This issue includes helpful information about knowing your credit score and tax preparation help.
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SAFE to Hold Annual Meeting
Release Date: March 15, 2019
The Annual Meeting of the Board of Directors and the members of SAFE will be held on Friday, March 29, 2019. The meeting will be held at 12:00 p.m. at Corning Credit Union, corner of Pulteney and Ferris Streets, Corning NY. All members of SAFE are welcome to attend in-person or virtually and Board positions will be voted on at this time.
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SAFE Provides Financial Literacy Instruction to Smart Works Participants
Release Date: April 9, 2018
SAFE recently partnered with local organization, Smart Works, to
provide financial literacy instruction to its participants. Smart Works is a
program that rewards young professionals in the Southern Tier for working and
volunteering in the community by making monthly student loan payments on their behalf.
SAFE volunteer Kansass Smith worked with this group of young
professionals to hone their personal finance skills by focusing on budgeting,
credit, and identifying financial goals. Participants walked away with a better
understanding of their finances, and many tools and resources to use to reach
their personal and financial goals faster than ever.
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SAFE to Hold Annual Meeting
Release Date: March 14, 2018
The Annual Meeting of the Board of Directors and the members of SAFE will be held on Wednesday, March 28, 2018. The meeting will be held at 12:00 p.m. at Corning Credit Union, corner of Pulteney and Ferris Streets, Corning NY. All members of SAFE are welcome to attend in-person or virtually and Board positions will be voted on at this time.
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Annual Newsletter Now Available
Release Date: March 13, 2018
SAFE has released its annual newsletter for members to review. Current members will receive a copy in their email or mailbox soon, while anyone else may find it here. This issue includes helpful information about how to build an emergency fund and tax preparation help.
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SAFE Calls for Volunteers
Release Date: November 1, 2017
As part of its mission to provide financial management tools
and education throughout the community, SAFE is currently seeking volunteers in
order to expand its reach and impact to other organizations. SAFE members are
encouraged to contact the organization with any volunteer interest; however, we
are specifically looking for members interested in writing content for upcoming
newsletters and volunteering as presenters for various workshops and seminars.
In addition, if you are aware of any community group or
organization that may be interested in SAFE's financial education programs or
funding, please contact
us.
Prospective volunteers may call SAFE at 866-854-5577 or
email volunteer@financiallysafe.org.
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SAFE Honored by ProAction of Steuben and Yates, Inc.
Release Date: May 25, 2017
SAFE was recently honored by our community partner,
ProAction of Steuben and Yates, Inc., with the Excellence in Leadership and
Innovation Award. SAFE’s Executive director Kansass Smith (right) and Board President Beth Howard (middle) accepted the
award at ProAction’s Annual Awards Celebration this month.
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Annual Newsletter Now Available to SAFE Members
Release Date: March 10, 2017
SAFE has released its annual newsletter for members to review. Current members will receive a copy in their email or mailbox soon, while anyone else may find it here. This issue includes information about the new Assets for Independence Program and springtime savings tips.
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SAFE to Hold Annual Meeting
Release Date: March 8, 2017
The Annual Meeting of the Board of Directors and the members of SAFE will be held on Wednesday, March 22, 2017. The meeting will be held at 12:00 p.m. at Corning Credit Union, corner of Pulteney and Ferris Streets, Corning NY. All members of SAFE are welcome to attend in-person or virtually and Board positions will be voted on at this time.
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SAFE Partners with Addison Teachers for Staff Development
Release Date: October 21, 2016
SAFE was invited to be part of a recent staff development day
for the Addison School District to talk about its holistic approach to setting
financial goals. We loved working with this group and learning more about how
they will plan to meet their financial goals.
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SAFE Joins ProAction to Teach about Identity Theft
Release Date: September 15, 2016
SAFE recently joined forces with ProAction of Steuben and Yates, Inc.
to bring GED students practical advice about avoiding identity theft. Students
in attendance learned top tips for preventing identity theft, including
monitoring your accounts regularly and being very cautious when disclosing
personal information even to trusted sources.
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Build Your Savings with AFI - New Enrollments Now Being Accepted
Release date: August 24, 2016
Looking to buy a home, go back to school, or start a small business? Do you live in Steuben, Yates, or Chemung County? ProAction--a SAFE partner--is looking for motivated, working adults to join their savings matching program, Assets for Independence (AFI).
For more information about the program, please visit ProAction's website, here.
Ready to apply? Click here for the referral form.
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Free Home Management Workshop - Saturday, May 21 Release date: May 12, 2016
Chemung County Habitat for Humanity is offering a free
Healthy Homes workshop at the Elmira Community Kitchen on Saturday, May 21 from
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Participants will learn ways to improve the health of their family
home through good money management, nutrition, energy savings, and home
maintenance. SAFE volunteers will present the money management portion of the
workshop.
Child care will be provided, refreshments will be served,
and all participants who complete the program will receive a $25 Lowe’s gift
card! The workshop is free and open to the public.
To ensure that enough materials and give away items are
available for all participants, pre-registration is required. Register by email
at info@chemungcountyhabitat.org or call (607) 734-1361.
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SAFE Supports Family Development Program
Release Date: May 11, 2016
SAFE continues to support ProAction’s financial education work with a contribution to their Family Development Program. The funds will be used for the Individual Development Account (IDA) program, Assets for Independence (AFI), and the Wealth Health Skills program.
To learn more about ProAction’s Family Development program, please click here.
Pictured left to right: Kansass Smith, Executive Director of SAFE; Beth Vickio, President of SAFE; Cassie Hill, Coordinator for Empowering Families for Financial Stability (EFFS), ProAction; Wendy Robords, Director of Family Development Services, ProAction.
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SAFE Partners with Habitat for Humanity of Chemung County for Healthy Homes Program
Release Date: April 1, 2016 SAFE has partnered with Chemung County Habitat for Humanity to provide educational presentations for its Healthy Homes program during the month of April. The program is a four-week workshop that is free to participants. SAFE volunteers will provide two of the four sessions (Introduction to Budgeting and Banking Methods & Fraud Prevention) as well as financial support for the program.
To learn more about the Healthy Homes program, visit Habitat for Humanity of Chemung County's website or Facebook page.
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SAFE to Hold Annual MeetingRelease Date: March 11, 2016 The Annual Meeting of the Board of Directors and the Members of SAFE will be held on Wednesday, March 23, 2016. The Meeting will be held at 12:00 p.m. at Corning Credit Union, corner of Pulteney and Ferris Streets, Corning NY. All members of SAFE are welcome to attend and Board positions will be voted on at this time.
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SAFE Provides Fraud and Identity Theft EducationRelease Date: March 1, 2016 SAFE recently provided a presentation about fraud and identity theft to the Coffee, Tea, & English community group in Corning, New York. Attendees represented countries from all over the world, including: Germany, France, China, Japan, and Latin America. Presenters covered topics like how a social security number is used, what identity theft is and how it occurs, and common scams to watch out for.
To request a presentation for your community group, please contact us.
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SAFE Partners with Young Professionals for Presentation Release Date: December 4, 2015
SAFE partnered with the New York Credit Union Association's Young Professionals Commission to present a networking and education event on Thursday, December 3.
Sixteen individuals were in attendance for SAFE volunteer Paul Sydlansky's presentation, which focused on important financial considerations for employees in their 20s and 30s. The presentation also featured realistic how-to information to help attendees balance their financial goals and feel in control of their money.
Key takeaways included: knowing your goals and motivations, living within your means, don't listen to investing noise, the importance of 401k savings, why an emergency fund is important, and seeking out fiduciary help. Attendees also had time to ask questions and network with each other.
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SAFE Presents to ProAction Employees
Release Date: September 22, 2015
SAFE Executive Director Kansass Smith and volunteer Paul Sydlansky recently presented to eight staff members at ProAction of Steuben & Yates, Inc.
Their presentation, titled "Making Retirement Possible," was geared toward employees at all levels and stages of life. It included topics such as what retirement is, how much an individual needs to retire, where this money comes from, and how an individual can build retirement savings.
"I really enjoy being able to talk to people about personal finance and the markets," Paul said. "It's often such a misunderstood topic because of the media and the many conflicts of interest that exist in our financial system. Anything I can do to demystify it and help others make smart decisions is extremely gratifying. I hope the time we spent made the participants think about what they could be doing to meet their goals."
Paul is currently employed as an Associate Account Executive at John G. Ullman & Associates, Inc. and has 15 years of experience working with clients in a variety of financial planning roles.
Kansass is currently the Executive Director of SAFE and has more than ten years of experience working in the financial services industry.
To request a financial education presentation for your staff or clients, please contact us.
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SAFE Announces Partnership to Support Assets for Independence Project
Release Date: June 16, 2015
SAFE recently announced it has partnered with ProAction of Steuben & Yates, Inc. and several other local community organizations to support the Assets for Independence (AFI) Program. SAFE has provided grant funding and has pledged volunteer educator support for the new program, which will provide individual development accounts (IDAs) and related services to twenty-five (25) eligible low-income individuals.
AFI participants will develop a savings plan and every dollar deposited to their savings account will be matched 2:1 by the AFI project (up to $2,000). Through promoting personal savings, the AFI Program will enable individuals to accumulate long-term productive assets and move toward financial stability by choosing from one of the following assets: buying a first home, starting a business, or enrolling in post-secondary education or training.
AFI Partners in the Community include: United Way of the Southern Tier, ServU Federal Credit Union, StraightTalk Association for Financial Empowerment (SAFE), Arbor Housing and Development, Corning Small Business Development Center, Regional Economic Development & Energy Corporation (REDEC), and M&T (Bank First Home Club Program).
Click here to learn more about eligibility requirements or to view the referral form.
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SAFE Welcomes New Board MemberRelease Date: May 28, 2015
At today's SAFE Board of Director's meeting, the Board welcomed John Wood as its newest member. John is currently the principal of the Ernie Davis Academy and will provide the organization with valuable insight and perspective based on his experience as an administrator and educator.
John replaces Stephanie Carl, who has been a Board member for the past five years. Stephanie will remain involved with SAFE in a volunteer capacity, assisting with the organization's community awareness initiatives.
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SAFE to Hold Annual MeetingRelease Date: May 8, 2015 The Annual Meeting of the Board of Directors and the Members of SAFE will be held on Thursday, May 28, 2015. The Meeting will be held at 12:00 p.m. at Corning Credit Union, corner of Pulteney and Ferris Streets, Corning NY. All members of SAFE are welcome to attend and Board positions will be voted on at this time.
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SAFE Calls for Volunteers
Release Date: March 2, 2015
As part of its mission to provide financial management tools and education throughout the community, SAFE is currently seeking volunteers in order to expand its reach and impact to other organizations. SAFE members are encouraged to contact the organization with any volunteer interest; however, we are specifically looking for members interested in writing content for upcoming newsletters and volunteering as presenters for various workshops and seminars.
In addition, if you are aware of any community group or organization that may be interested in SAFE's financial education programs or funding, please contact us.
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SAFE Supports Wealth Health Skills and Pilot IDA Program
Release Date: January 2, 2015
SAFE continues its partnership with ProAction of Steuben and Yates, Inc. with a financial contribution to benefit their Wealth Health Skills Program. The funds will support free financial education classes including those required for participants in ProAction's pilot Individual Development Account (IDA) program, Assets for Independence.
For the full news release, please click here.
Pictured left to right: Wendy Robords, Director of ProAction's Family Development Adult & Youth Services; Cassie Hill, Wealth Health Skills Coordinator for ProAction; Laura Rossman, ProAction's Executive Director; Kansass Smith, Executive Director of SAFE; Stephanie Carl, President of SAFE.
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SAFE Attends Non-Profit Business After Hours Event
Release Date: December 12, 2014
SAFE Executive Director Kansass Smith and Board President Stephanie Carl recently attended the Corning Chamber of Commerce's Non-Profit Business After Hours. More than 20 non-profit organizations also attended the event.
Attendees made valuable connections and SAFE representatives used the opportunity to discuss SAFE's role in the community as well as recruit volunteers and speak about how SAFE funds partner organizations.
"This event was a great opportunity to get in the same room with so many other people who are also focused on improving the lives of those in our community," said Smith.
Kansass Smith (left) speaks with an attendee at the Non-Profit Business After Hours event in December.
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SAFE Presents on Setting Financial Goals Release Date: June 16, 2014 SAFE representatives presented "Setting Financial Goals: Pay Yourself First" at Corning Library this morning in partnership with the S2AY Rural Health Network. Participants learned about the importance of setting financial goals and consistently following a budget. "I have enjoyed working with the staff of the SAFE group," says Cassie Hill, Wealth Health Skills program coordinator. "As the coordinator for the Wealth Health Skills program, which educates about financial literacy, the partnership with SAFE has been a huge asset to our program. The SAFE group has helped lead classes for us in the Corning community and they have done such an amazing job. the SAFE representatives are professional, experienced, educated, and very personable. I look forward to continuing a strong and wonderful partnership with the SAFE program." SAFE is available to present financial education topics for your community organization, too. Please contact us for more information!
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SAFE Announces Financial Coaching Training for Capabilities Staff Release Date: June 1, 2014 SAFE recently announced it will conduct financial coaching training for the staff of Capabilities Inc. By training staff on how to financially coach individuals, employees will have the ability to spread this financial education information to all of their clients. Capabilities is located in Elmira, NY and its mission is to assist people with disabilities obtain their occupational goals. The training will be held on Wednesday, June 25, 2014. SAFE is available to conduct similar training with your staff. Please contact us for more information!
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SAFE Executive Director and Board President Participate in Poverty Forum Release Date: May 22, 2014 SAFE's executive director and board president recently participated in the Steuben County Poverty Forum. The goal of the event was to educate community leaders about poverty in the local community and how non-profit organizations and businesses can assist individuals. During the event, the attendees heard from local people who shared their experiences with poverty, listened to a presentation by Prudence Pease about poverty myths and how poverty is perpetuated by the hidden rules of our country's system of social classes, and particpated in a poverty simulation, which required the attendees to assume the roles of individuals dealing with poverty and make difficult choices with scarce resources.
The event was presented by ProAction, Catholic Charities of Steuben County and the United Way of the Southern Tier.
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SAFE to Hold Annual Meeting Release Date: April 1, 2014 The Annual Meeting of the Board of Directors and the Members of SAFE will be held on Wednesday, April 23, 2014. The Meeting will be held at 12:00 p.m. at Corning Credit Union, corner of Pulteney and Ferris Streets, Corning NY. All members of SAFE are welcome to attend and Board positions will be voted on at this time.
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SAFE Educates 25 Senior Citizens Release Date: January 23, 2014 SAFE recently presented to 25 senior citizens at Emeritus Senior Living in Corning, NY. The presentation was entitled, "Keep It Safe: Money Concerns for Senior Citizens." Information included common scams and how senior citizens can keep their money safe. It also covered identity theft, examples of elder financial abuse, and what to do if fraud is detected. SAFE is available to conduct a similar presentation for your senior living facility. Please contact us for more information.
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SAFE Volunteers Present at Three Wealth Health Skills Classes Release Date: December 5, 2013 SAFE representatives led three presentations during November and December as part of the Wealth Health Skills program. The class topics included Smart Goals and Budgeting, Borrowing Basics, and Keep It Safe. All classes were held at the Corning Business Development Center in partnership with ProAction of Steuben and Yates Counties and the S2AY Rural Health Network. SAFE representatives would love to present financial education information to your group or organization. Please contact us for more information!
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SAFE Scheduled to Present Wealth Health Skills to BOCES GED Students
Release Date: October 18, 2013
SAFE representatives will be in the classroom once again this fall to present Wealth Health Skills programming in partnership with ProAction of Steuben and Yates Counties.
This time, SAFE presenters will be visiting GST BOCES GED students to teach them valuable financial literacy skills that they can apply directly to their own lives and families.
To have SAFE present this program or another to your group, please contact us.
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Junior Achievement, Corning Free Academy and SAFE Announce Partnership Release Date: October 11, 2013 Junior Achievement of the Twin Tiers (JA), Corning Free Academy (CFA), and the StraightTalk Association for Financial Empowerment have announced a joint partnership to launch a first-of-its-kind financial education program for middle school students at CFA. The program is anticipated to begin this fall and will combine the JA's programming with real-world learning for students. "We are very excited to be developing this program in partnership with other organizations that are as passionate about financial education as we are," said Kansass Smith, SAFE Executive Director. "The program will have a focus on combining basic personal financial literacy concepts with career exploration." More information about this exciting program will be available in November.
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SAFE Presents Wealth Health Skills
Release Date: August 3, 2013
Representatives from the StraightTalk® Association for Financial Empowerment presented three Wealth Health Skills programs in partnership with ProAction in July and August. Topics included Borrowing Basics and Keep it Safe (for adult students and seniors).
"The Wealth Health Skills presentations were a wonderful way to educate a variety of adults on the importance of borrowing responsibly and protecting their identities," said Kansass Smith, SAFE Executive Director. "It was so rewarding to know that these programs really assisted people in need of this education."
To request a financial literacy or education presentation for your organization or group, please contact us.
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SAFE Commits to Support Pilot IDA Program Release Date: June 3, 2013 SAFE has announced that it has offered a commitment of support for the financial education component of ProAction's Assets for Independence pilot Individual Development Account (IDA) program contingent upon receipt of grant funding. SAFE would provide financial support toward the financial education programming as well as a volunteer educator to assist in teaching the sessions. If funded, individuals selected for the Assets for Independence program would combine hands-on financial education and information with responsible saving and continuous support. The end result for participants would be saving enough to purchase a lasting asset that could help improve their lives.
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SAFE to Hold Annual Meeting Release Date: April 1, 2013 The Annual Meeting of the Board of Directors and the Members of SAFE will be held on Friday, April 19, 2013. The Meeting will be held at 12:00 p.m. at Corning Credit Union, corner of Pulteney and Ferris Streets, Corning NY. All members of SAFE are welcome to attend and Board positions will be voted on at this time.
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SAFE Contributes to Four Organizations in 2012
Release Date: December 31, 2012
The StraightTalk® Association for Financial Empowerment recently announced it donated to four non-profit organizations during 2012. Among those receiving donations were the Jump$tart Coalition, Arbor Housing and Development, Cornell Cooperative Extension of Steuben County (Family Financial Management Education Program) and Catholic Charities of Chemung County (First Time Homebuyers Education).
Organizations wishing to be considered for donations may contact us at any time during the year. Please refer to our Donation Policy for more information.
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SAFE to Hold Annual Meeting Release Date: March 1, 2012 The Annual Meeting of the Board of Directors and the Members of SAFE will be held on Wednesday, March 28, 2012. The Meeting will be held at 12:00 p.m. at Corning Credit Union, corner of Pulteney and Ferris Streets, Corning NY. All members of SAFE are welcome to attend and Board positions will be voted on at this time.
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SAFE Contributes to Two Organizations in 2011
Release Date: December 31, 2011
The StraightTalk® Association for Financial Empowerment recently announced it donated to two non-profit organizations during 2011. Among those receiving donations were Junior Achievement of the Twin Tiers and Cornell Cooperative Extension of Steuben County (Family Financial Management Education Program).
Organizations wishing to be considered for donations may contact us at any time during the year. Please refer to our Donation Policy for more information.
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