www.catalystmiami.org
Catalyst Miami believes everyone deserves a healthy and financially secure life; but currently, two in three families in Miami don’t have enough savings to weather a financial emergency of any kind. For over 20 years, Catalyst Miami has committed to empowering residents to build better futures by providing family economic security programs, developing leadership and civic engagement, and building coalitions to address poverty. (Our website has more detailed information about all our programs (catalystmiami.org).
Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
1996
What is your primary product or service?
When families come to Catalyst Miami, they access a number of free services: no-fee savings accounts, financial coaching, credit building, tax preparation, healthcare navigation, public benefits assistance, and recurring family leadership and civic engagement trainings. These programs help families meet their short-term needs while equipping them with the tools and knowledge they need to develop long-term, sustainable solutions.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
We have an office in Miami and in Homestead.
Which areas do you service?
Miami-Dade County
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
Our CEO is Gretchen Beesing.
What are your hours of operation?
Monday-Friday 9am-5pm