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David Gilbreath YCABC Co-Founder and Committed Volunteer David Gilbreath, an original cofounder of the Yakima County Asset Building Coalition, continues to serve on the Board, including four years as Chair. He has an extensive background in financial education, business and health administration, and over 30 years’ service on local, state and national committees and boards.…

Hey there – it’s us, the people who show up in your inbox every few months with a (hopefully) helpful email resource on topics ranging from financial education to real people success stories to what’s going on in our financial community. And now here is your chance to tell us (1) how you really feel; (2)…

💥Greater Columbia 2-1-1 (GC211) which is our very own Yakima People for People 211, processed 58% of the total calls in the entire State for this year’s EITC free tax program! GC211 handled 3,021 out of the 5,252 calls in the State. Way to go GC211!   💥Speaking of the EITC free tax program, our regional EITC crew…

Check out these program highlights from just a few of our amazing partners! 🔷Safe Yakima’s Crimestoppers program, launched in Yakima in 1988, partners with law enforcement to help prevent crimes from occurring. Tips are received via three secure, anonymous platforms. This all-volunteer group is responsible for 1,400 arrests and over $155,000 in rewards paid out.…

In 2005, a small group of concerned individuals, representatives from the Yakima County Consumer Credit Counseling, United Way, and the Washington State Asset Building Coalition met to discuss solutions to help low to moderate income families reach and sustain financial stability. The group identified the need for a local organization to assist people in building…