Financial Empowerment
Tools for lasting prosperity
At MEDA, we believe every family deserves the tools to build a secure financial future. Our Financial Capability program makes that possible.
MEDA’s Financial Capability program provides free, one-on-one financial coaching to help low-income families build credit, reduce debt, and grow savings.
Our free tax preparation services ensure households maximize refunds and keep more of their earnings—serving over 5,000 community members each year through our IRS-certified Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) site.
With the right tools and guidance, we empower the community to achieve long-term financial stability.
Expert Guidance for Your Financial Prosperity
Learn how MEDA can help you strengthen your finances, improve credit, save more, and access free tax support.
Financial Capability
MEDA’s Financial Capability program offers free bilingual workshops and personalized one-on-one coaching to help individuals and families improve credit, reduce debt, increase savings, and strengthen overall financial health.
Participants receive a customized action plan, credit report review, budgeting support, and connections to partner programs and financial products. Our expert coaches provide ongoing check-ins at three, six, nine, and twelve months to track progress and celebrate milestones along the way.
Free Tax Preparation
MEDA’s free tax program helps low- and moderate-income families across the Bay Area keep more of what they earn and strengthen their financial stability.
Our IRS-certified team provides year-round tax preparation and filing support — at no cost — ensuring every household receives the credits and refunds they deserve. We also help families apply for tax extensions, understand their benefits, and plan for the future with personalized financial guidance.
Self-employed workers can access tailored resources and education to better manage taxes and business finances.
In 2024, MEDA helped file 5,000 tax returns—contributing $6.8 million to public funds and returning $8.7 million to the community, putting money back into the hands of families who need it most.
