Financial Opportunity Center® Program

Financial Opportunity Center® (FOC) program helps clients get recovery resources, get better jobs, and improve financial wealth. The variety of services creates stronger financial outcomes for families rather than just providing one service alone.  

Staff work one-on-one and in workshops with clients to do the following: 

• Help clients obtain resources to stabilize client situations
• Improve client skills and train clients on new skills demanded by potential employers
• Assist clients with career planning and provide access to employers
• Give tips and mock interviews for client success in applying for a job
• Help clients find solutions to financial related issues
• Share tips and tools for money management and saving
• Provide guidance to clients on financial decisions and plans in pursuit of financial goals as wanted by clients
• Assist clients with their debt management plan and credit building

Program Objectives and Activities 

The FOC program works to give clients a well-rounded understanding of finances. Clients gain a variety of tools to achieve their financial goals. Maintaining strong finances is not just about using money responsibly; it is about creating pathways to be financially stable and comfortable.  

KOM implemented FOC services to help clients succeed. The program’s integrated employment services, financial coaching, and resource navigation has been proven to help families increase their wealth more effectively than providing one service alone. KOM has incorporated financial literacy workshops into the vocational training career pathways programs. Participants meet one-on-one with financial coaches to help reach their personal financial goals. Additionally, FOC services provide clients with funds to assist with emergencies related to housing, utilities, food, and other basic needs. 

KOM’s key service partners for the Financial Opportunity Center® program are the Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) and the Twin Cities FOC Network.