Building stronger financial futures for Maryland residents.
Free Tax Preparation Assistance
Consumers across Maryland who make $56,000 annually or less (as dictated by IRS) can file tax returns for free and avoid predatory fees. Find resources here.
Bank On National Account Standards
The CFE Fund’s Bank ON National Account Standards provide local programs with a benchmark for account partnerships with financial institutions, and include both core and recommended features.
The Present and Future of Bank On Account Data
A report by the CFE Fund and the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis
Destinations Credit Union
Bank Of America
Chase
Federal Reserve Bank Of Richmond
Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation
Maryland Department of Labor
Catholic Charities Archdiocese of Washington
Frederick Coalition for Financial Success
Bank On Gaithersburg
Maryland Consumer Rights Coalition
These accounts do not allow overdraft or non sufficient funds fees, so you’ll never be hit with a surprise fee.
Certified accounts are $5 or less per month, with no unpredictable fees.
Certified accounts always allow free deposits, free withdrawals, and free bill payments.