Description: RAISE Texas is a statewide, member-based nonprofit coalition that advances equitable asset-building policies and programs to increase financial security and economic mobility for low- and moderate-income Texans. It provides training, technical assistance, convenings, research, and advocacy focused on savings, tax credits, financial coaching, affordable credit, and the health–wealth nexus. Type: Non-profit (501(c)(3) statewide coalition) Policies: Maximizing access to tax credits and free tax preparation (EITC/CTC/VITA); expanding safe, affordable financial products and credit-building tools; consumer protections against predatory lending; medical debt relief and charity care protections; policies to reduce benefit cliffs and support workforce development; children’s savings accounts and asset-building programs; strengthening financial coaching and nonprofit capacity. Funding: Primarily funded by foundation and philanthropic grants, corporate sponsorships, membership dues, and individual donations. Affiliates: Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas, JPMorgan Chase, Wells Fargo, AARP, Charles Schwab, PNC, Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation (TSAHC), United Ways of Texas, Asset Funders Network, Methodist Healthcare Ministries
