Global analytics software leader, FICO, will host a free Score A Better Future ™ (SABF) for adults and, in partnership with the YMCA of Metro Atlanta, a Score A Better Future Fundamentals credit education event for teens, both events on July 31, 2024. These events aim to provide Atlanta residents with the knowledge and resources necessary to enhance their understanding of their future financial health, including the role of credit and an overview of the FICO® Score, the credit score used by 90% of top US lenders to make lending decisions.

In collaboration with Chelsea FC and the U.S. Soccer Foundation, as part of FICO’s ‘Fields of Financial Empowerment’ partnership, participants of SABF and Fundamentals workshops will get the opportunity to attend the Chelsea x Club America match, held shortly after the event at 7:00 p.m. EDT at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

The Fields of Financial Empowerment tour aims to increase access to financial literacy education across the United States, addressing the need to enhance understanding of credit and personal finance through a sequence of workshops. FICO’s Score A Better Future Fundamentals program is designed to educate high school and middle school students on how FICO® Scores can impact their future and how to develop good financial habits. With the support of the U.S. Soccer Foundation, teens are brought to these workshops to gain valuable financial knowledge.

"FICO is dedicated to expanding access to financial literacy education, providing communities across the nation with the tools needed to empower individuals to reach their financial goals," said Jenelle Dito, FICO Scores client services. "We look forward to engaging with local residents, addressing their questions, and supporting their financial journey."

The Atlanta SABF event registrants will be able to hear from our partners at Money Management International (MMI) and have an opportunity to set up a free consultation with MMI to get their FICO® Score, discuss their credit report, and set a plan to achieve their financial goals.

"The Y is committed to helping individuals achieve their goals and meet their potential in all aspects of life," said Lauren Koontz, president and CEO of the YMCA of Metro Atlanta. "Through this impactful partnership with FICO, we’re able to educate youths on the importance of positive financial habits and provide tools to help them reach their financial goals."

Other FICO partners for the event include:

• YMCA of Metro Atlanta (local)

• Consumer Action (national)

• National Consumers League (national)

• Diversified Resource Network (national)

• National Association of Women Business Owners (national)

• Small Business Roundtable (national)

• Society for Financial Education and Professional Development, Inc. (national)

• Future Business Leaders of America (national)

• U.S. Soccer Foundation (national)

Who: FICO, U.S. Soccer Foundation, Chelsea Football Club, and the YMCA of Metro Atlanta

What: Score A Better Future is a free community education and financial empowerment event by FICO in partnership with national nonprofits and Chelsea Football Club.

When: Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 4:00 - 5:45 p.m. EDT.

Where: YMCA of Metro Atlanta Leadership & Learning Center – 569 M.L.K. Jr Dr NW, Atlanta, GA 30314

To register for the event or get more information on FICO’s Score A Better Future program, visit: https://www.fico.com/sabf/workshops-designed-for-you.

To learn more about the partnership with Chelsea Football Club, visit: https://www.fico.com/en/newsroom/fico-kicks-national-fields-financial-empowerment-summer-tour-chelsea-football-club-and-u-s