Partnership Spotlight: Dress for Success Denver

Colorado Credit Union Cares Foundation is proud to advance women’s economic empowerment through our partnership with Dress for Success Denver. Together, we offer the EmpowerHER Financial Literacy Program, a signature initiative designed to equip women with the knowledge, confidence, and practical tools needed to take control of their financial futures.

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Delivered in collaboration with Dress for Success Denver and made possible through a grant from the Centennial Lending a Hand Foundation, EmpowerHER addresses critical financial literacy gaps for women navigating career transitions and economic instability. Participants engage in interactive, hands‑on sessions focused on essential topics such as budgeting strategies, credit fundamentals, responsible credit use, and long‑term financial planning.

A defining feature of the EmpowerHER program is its emphasis on actionable outcomes. Participants are invited to establish membership with Colorado Credit Union and, upon graduation, receive tangible benefits, including the opportunity to earn funds toward building an emergency savings account, helping translate financial education into real‑world financial stability.

“This program helped me develop good financial habits. It was very helpful information, I really enjoyed every class.”

“I believe the EmpowerHER program will have a profound and lasting impact on my future. The program has equipped me with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to take charge of my financial wellbeing, making informed decisions, and pursue my entrepreneurial aspirations.”

“The EmpowerHER program has significantly impacted my financial management. I’ve started tracking my expenses more diligently, created a budget, and prioritized savings for short-term and long-term goals.”