Department of the Treasury Internal Revenue Service
Public Charity Status and Public Support
Complete if the organization is a section 501(c)(3) organization or a section
4947(a)(1) nonexempt charitable trust.
Attach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ. See separate instructions.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2012
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
FAMILY CREDIT COUNSELING SERVICE
Employer identification number
36-4060853
Part I
Reason for Public Charity Status
(All organizations must complete this part.) See instructions.
The organization is not a private foundation because it is: (For lines 1 through 11, check only one box.)
1
2
3
4
5
section 170(b)(1)(A)(iv). (Complete Part II.)
6
7
8
9
receipts from activities related to its exempt functions—subject to certain exceptions, and (2) no more than 331/3% of
its support from gross investment income and unrelated business taxable income (less section 511 tax) from businesses
acquired by the organization after June 30, 1975. See section 509(a)(2). (Complete Part III.)
10
11
e
By checking this box, I certify that the organization is not controlled directly or indirectly by one or more disqualified persons other than foundation managers and other than one or more publicly supported organizations described in section 509(a)(1) or section 509(a)(2).
f
If the organization received a written determination from the IRS that it is a Type I, Type II, or Type III supporting organization, check this box
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g
Since August 17, 2006, has the organization accepted any gift or contribution from any of the following persons?
(i) A person who directly or indirectly controls, either alone or together with persons described in (ii)
Yes
No
and (iii) below, the governing body of the supported organization?
................
11g(i)
(ii)
A family member of a person described in (i) above?
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11g(ii)
(iii)
A 35% controlled entity of a person described in (i) or (ii) above?
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11g(iii)
h
Provide the following information about the supported organization(s).
(i) Name of supported organization
(ii) EIN
(iii) Type of organization (described on lines 1- 9 above or IRC section (see instructions))
(iv) Is the organization in col. (i) listed in your governing document?
(v) Did you notify the organization in col. (i) of your support?
(vi) Is the organization in col. (i) organized in the U.S.?
(vii) Amount of monetary support
Yes
No
Yes
No
Yes
No
Total
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990 or 990EZ.
Cat. No. 11285F
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2012
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2012
Page 2
Part II
Support Schedule for Organizations Described in Sections 170(b)(1)(A)(iv) and 170(b)(1)(A)(vi) (Complete only if you checked the box on line 5, 7, or 8 of Part I or if the
organization failed to qualify under Part III. If the organization fails to
qualify under the tests listed below, please complete Part III.)
Section A. Public Support
Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in)
(a) 2008
(b) 2009
(c) 2010
(d) 2011
(e) 2012
(f) Total
1
Gifts, grants, contributions, and membership fees received. (Do not include any "unusual grants.") ....
2
Tax revenues levied for the organization's benefit and either paid to or expended on its behalf.......
3
The value of services or facilities furnished by a governmental unit to the organization without charge..
4
Total. Add lines 1 through 3
5
The portion of total contributions by each person (other than a governmental unit or publicly supported organization) included
on line 1 that exceeds 2% of the amount shown on line 11, column (f)..
6
Public support. Subtract line 5 from line 4.
0
Section B. Total Support
Calendar year
(or fiscal year beginning in)
(a) 2008
(b) 2009
(c) 2010
(d) 2011
(e) 2012
(f) Total
7
Amounts from line 4..
8
Gross income from interest, dividends, payments received on securities loans, rents, royalties and income from similar sources...
0
9
Net income from unrelated business activities, whether or not the business is regularly carried on..
10
Other income. Do not include gain or loss from the sale of capital assets (Explain in Part IV.)..
11
Total support (Add lines 7 through 10).
12
Gross receipts from related activities, etc. (see instructions)
..................
12
13
First five years.
If the Form 990 is for the organization's first, second, third, fourth, or fifth tax year as a 501(c)(3) organization,
check this box and stop here........................................
Section C. Computation of Public Support Percentage
14
Public support percentage for 2012 (line 6, column (f) divided by line 11, column (f))
.........
14
0 %
15
Public support percentage for 2011 Schedule A, Part II, line 14
...............
15
16a
33 1/3% support test—2012.
If the organization did not check the box on line 13, and line 14 is 33 1/3% or more, check this box
and stop here. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization
.......................
b
33 1/3% support test—2011.
If the organization did not check a box on line 13 or 16a, and line 15 is 33 1/3% or more, check this
box and stop here. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization
.....................
17a
10%-facts-and-circumstances test—2012.
If the organization did not check a box on line 13, 16a, or 16b, and line 14
is 10% or more, and if the organization meets the "facts-and-circumstances" test, check this box and stop here. Explain
in Part IV how the organization meets the "facts-and-circumstances" test. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported
organization
.....................................................
b
10%-facts-and-circumstances test—2011.
If the organization did not check a box on line 13, 16a, 16b, or 17a, and line
15 is 10% or more, and if the organization meets the "facts-and-circumstances" test, check this box and stop here.
Explain in Part IV how the organization meets the "facts-and-circumstances" test. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization
................................................
18
Private foundation.
If the organization did not check a box on line 13, 16a, 16b, 17a, or 17b, check this box and see
instructions
.....................................................
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2012
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2012
Page 3
Part III
Support Schedule for Organizations Described in Section 509(a)(2) (Complete only if you checked the box on line 9 of Part I or if the organization
failed to qualify under Part II. If the organization fails to qualify under
the tests listed below, please complete Part II.)
Section A. Public Support
Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in)
(a) 2008
(b) 2009
(c) 2010
(d) 2011
(e) 2012
(f) Total
1
Gifts, grants, contributions, and membership fees received. (Do not include any "unusual grants.") .
687,702
528,032
540,587
511,463
695,198
2,962,982
2
Gross receipts from admissions, merchandise sold or services performed, or facilities furnished in any activity that is related to the organization's tax-exempt purpose......
2,656,112
2,669,691
2,772,831
2,932,575
3,222,317
14,253,526
3
Gross receipts from activities that are not an unrelated trade or business under section 513..
4
Tax revenues levied for the organization's benefit and either paid to or expended on its behalf...
5
The value of services or facilities furnished by a governmental unit to the organization without charge..
6
Total. Add lines 1 through 5.
3,343,814
3,197,723
3,313,418
3,444,038
3,917,515
17,216,508
7a
Amounts included on lines 1, 2, and 3 received from disqualified persons...
b
Amounts included on lines 2 and 3 received from other than disqualified persons that exceed the greater of $5,000 or 1% of the amount on line 13 for the year.
801,533
631,421
770,163
765,361
774,327
3,742,805
c
Add lines 7a and 7b..
801,533
631,421
770,163
765,361
774,327
3,742,805
8
Public support (Subtract line 7c from line 6.)
13,473,703
Section B. Total Support
Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in)
(a) 2008
(b) 2009
(c) 2010
(d) 2011
(e) 2012
(f) Total
9
Amounts from line 6...
3,343,814
3,197,723
3,313,418
3,444,038
3,917,515
17,216,508
10a
Gross income from interest, dividends, payments received on securities loans, rents, royalties and income from similar sources..
67,396
47,428
84,243
127,730
189,155
515,952
b
Unrelated business taxable income (less section 511 taxes) from businesses acquired after June 30, 1975.
c
Add lines 10a and 10b.
67,396
47,428
84,243
127,730
189,155
515,952
11
Net income from unrelated business activities not included in line 10b, whether or not the business is regularly carried on.
12
Other income. Do not include gain or loss from the sale of capital assets (Explain in Part IV.)
..
23,092
25,450
31,642
33,089
42,289
155,562
13
Total support. (Add lines 9, 10c, 11, and 12.)..
17,888,022
14
First five years.
If the Form 990 is for the organization's first, second, third, fourth, or fifth tax year as a 501(c)(3) organization,
check this box and stop here.............................................
Section C. Computation of Public Support Percentage
15
Public support percentage for 2012 (line 8, column (f) divided by line 13, column (f))
.........
15
75.320 %
16
Public support percentage from 2011 Schedule A, Part III, line 15
...............
16
74.680 %
Section D. Computation of Investment Income Percentage
17
Investment income percentage for 2012 (line 10c, column (f) divided by line 13, column (f))
......
17
2.880 %
18
Investment income percentage from 2011 Schedule A, Part III, line 17
.............
18
2.320 %
19a
33 1/3% support tests—2012.
If the organization did not check the box on line 14, and line 15 is more than 33 1/3%, and line 17 is not more than 33 1/3%, check this box and stop here. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization
........
b
33 1/3% support tests—2011.
If the organization did not check a box on line 14 or line 19a, and line 16 is more than 33 1/3% and line 18 is not more than 33 1/3%, check this box and stop here. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization
.....
20
Private foundation.
If the organization did not check a box on line 14, 19a, or 19b, check this box and see instructions
.....
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2012
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2012
Page 4
Part IV
Supplemental Information.
Complete this part to provide the explanations required by Part II, line 10; Part II, line 17a or 17b; and Part III, line 12. Also complete this part for any additional information. (See instructions).
Facts And Circumstances Test
OTHER INCOME PART III, LINE 12; DESCRIPTION: OTHER INCOME; 2008: 23092.; 2009: 25450.; 2010: 31642.; 2011: 33089.; 2012: 42289.;
Explanation
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2012
Additional Data
Software ID:
12000225
Software Version:
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TIN:
SCHEDULE O (Form 990 or 990-EZ)
Department of the Treasury Internal Revenue Service
Supplemental Information to Form 990 or 990-EZ
Complete to provide information for responses to specific questions on
Form 990 or to provide any additional information.
Attach to Form 990 or 990-EZ.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2012
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
FAMILY CREDIT COUNSELING SERVICE
Employer identification number
36-4060853
Identifier
Return Reference
Explanation
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The 990 is distributed to top management officials
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for their review. Their comments are given to the
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990 preparer who makes any changes needed. Directors
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are also given a copy of the 990 prior to submission
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and given the opportunity to raise questions and
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make comments.
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These declarations are collected by the Treasurer
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at the May Board meeting. All officers & directors
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are required to complete the disclosure form.
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Comparability data for top management compensation is
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obtained from external sources and used to determine the
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compensation amounts for the President & Treasurer.
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The Board of Directors has also engaged external executive
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compensation consultants to review the compensation
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structure against comparable organizations.
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The organization makes its governing documents,
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conflict of interest policy, and financial statements
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available to the public upon request.
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STATEMENT OF PURPOSES & ACCOMPLISHMENTS
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Family Credit Counseling Service Inc. (FCCS), dba Family Credit Management
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Services, was established to provide financial education for consumers,
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with an emphasis on consumers with low income and/or excessive amounts of debt.
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FCCS has expanded its role in assisting consumers with all aspects of financial
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education including HUD certified housing counseling. FCCS is licensed by and
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currently conducts business in 43 states.
Form 990, Part IX, Line 24f
LICENSING & REGULATORY 34640. 34640. 0. 0. IMPAIRMENT ON IDLE REAL ESTATE 156766. 156766. 0. 0. LOSS ON DISPOSAL OF FIXED ASSETS 55494. 55494. 0. 0.
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Financial education is provided through counseling, education, and debt
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management programs including:
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COUNSELING:
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Face-to-face Counseling Sessions: Consumers can meet with a qualified
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counselor in person at any of our locations. The consumer dictates the direction
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of these sessions based on their needs. Some topics frequently covered during
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a counseling session include a review and analysis of the consumer's credit
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report, developing a household budget, and analyzing the consumer's overall
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financial situation. Once the counselor understands the consumer's needs and
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financial situation, the counselor will review and discuss various actions the
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consumer may take to improve their financial situation. When determined
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appropriate, counselors may refer consumers to other organizations for specific
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support services, such as employment agencies, drug or alcohol abuse
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counseling organizations, or governmental aid agencies.
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TELEPHONE COUNSELING SESSIONS:
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Many consumers prefer to receive counseling
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on the telephone. Telephone counseling may be more convenient
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and private for certain consumers. The content of the telephone counseling
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sessions is the same as described above for face-to-face counseling sessions.
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PRE-PURCHASE COUNSELING & HOMEBUYER EDUCATION:
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HUD certified housing counselors provide pre-purchase
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counseling and first time homebuyer education to prospective buyers.
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Counselors do the following:
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Explain how the housing counseling process works, the general steps
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involved in the home buying process and the basic concepts of mortgage
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eligibility.
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Calculate how much a consumer could afford to borrow based on the
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information available.
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Identify obstacles to homeownership and assist in creating an action plan.
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Advise the consumer on their readiness for homeownership. Determine if
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a consumer should qualify for a mortgage or requires additional
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counseling.
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LOSS MITIGATION, FORECLOSURE PREVENTION:
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This service is provided at no charge to consumers at risk
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for losing their homes. Every attempt is made to help
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consumers maintain their home or come to a comfortable resolution to their
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problem. Counselors do the following:
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Evaluate the consumer's current financial status and determine options
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available.
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Explain each workout arrangement or options available that may benefit
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the consumer based on their individual circumstances.
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Work with the lender to create a suitable workout plan, assist with a short
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sale, and/or restructure the consumer's household budget if it is required
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to make their mortgage affordable.
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Provide a spending plan analysis and other behavior modification
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alternatives.
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Refer the consumer to other services and programs that provide financial,
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legal, social service, or medical assistance as needed.
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REVERSE MORTGAGE HECM COUNSELING:
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This service is provided to homeowners aged 62 and older
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by HUD certified housing counselors. Our counselors:
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Help consumers understand the financial implications of a reverse
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mortgage.
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Provide information about alternative programs or services that may meet
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the consumer's needs.
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Help consumers understand HECM eligibility requirements.
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Determine funding a homeowner may receive.
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Review consumer protections in place.
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Provide a disclosure and discuss the impact that home equity conversion
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mortgages may have tax consequences, affect eligibility for assistance
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under federal and state programs, and have an impact on the estate and
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heirs of the homeowner.
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Provide the homeowner with a letter certifying the mortgagor received the
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required HECM counseling.
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EDUCATION:
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SECOND CHANCE CHECKING CLASS:
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FCCS has created this class and partnered with local financial
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institutions to provide this six hour class to consumers who risk being removed or
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kept from the banking system due to poor account management. This class is
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taught both off-site and at FCCS locations in both Chicago and Rockford free of
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charge. The class teaches bank account maintenance and financial
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management skills. Upon completion of the course and repayment of outstanding
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fees and balances owed to other financial institutions, consumers are able to
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open a bank account at participating financial institutions.
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STOP. THINK. SAVE!
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FCCS has created a public awareness campaign to help
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consumers set spending priorities in order to reach long-term financial goals.
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This campaign has been promoted through articles in hundreds of newspapers to
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over 3.9 million readers. Consumers may visit www.stopthinksave.com to order
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a free kit that includes a credit card sleeve, our guide 100 Small Ways to Save
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BIG and a household spending plan guide to remind them their long-term goals
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are more important than short-term satisfaction.
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EDUCATIONAL SEMINARS:
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FCCS has partnered with area organizations to lead
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seminars on popular topics such as identity theft, understanding your credit
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score, and managing your budget. These presentations are offered to
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consumers several times a month at libraries, churches, social service agencies,
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workplaces and in our own learning annex free of charge.
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In addition, FCCS has partnered with Chicago Access Network Television
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(CAN TV) to participate in a weekly live call-in television show to
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answer consumer questions about budgets, credit, and general finance.
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The show is broadcasted to over one million viewers in the Chicago area.
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HOME STUDY MATERIALS:
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Counselors have numerous resources available to
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meet the specific needs of consumers. These include self-study courses and a
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wide variety of books, pamphlets and guides on numerous financial topics.
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FCCS has acquired a collection of published books on financial topics that FCCS
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distributes to consumers and social service organizations free of charge. FCCS
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has also created a comprehensive budget guide that takes the consumer through
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the process of creating a household budget. In addition, FCCS has developed
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several booklets on topics including but not limited to financing your college
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education, the Soldiers and Sailors Civil Relief Act, money savings tips,
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understanding your credit score, and identity theft. All materials are made
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available to consumers and social service organizations free of charge.
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INTERNET MATERIALS:
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FCCS has created two websites to provide education to the
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public. Both sites contain a wealth of financial information on topics such as
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bankruptcy, credit reports, and the Fair Debt Collections Act. Twenty five
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different financial calculators allow consumers to evaluate their current situation
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through various scenarios. Copies of booklets and spending plan workbooks
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created by FCCS are available free of charge through the websites via
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downloads.
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DEBT MANAGEMENT PROGRAMS:
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A small percentage of consumers who contact
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FCCS for financial advice enroll in a Debt Management Plan to assist the
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consumer in repaying their unsecured debts. The plan acts as a behavior
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modification plan to create healthy spending habits in the future. While enrolled
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in the plan, consumers receive monthly newsletters containing money saving tips
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and current financial topics and receive ongoing counseling from FCCS
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counselors which may include subsequent reviews of consumers' household
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budgets and general financial counseling relating to changes in the consumers'
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financial circumstances.
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990 or 990-EZ.