Catera, a first-generation graduate, found hope through United Way of Southeast Louisiana's IDA Project.
While working as a caregiver at Rainbow Child Care Center, Catera discovered the IDA project, a 4:1 matched savings program. Her goal was to save for college and pursue a Business Administration degree. Catera learned how to budget and took financial capability classes. She made regular deposits to her savings account and with the 4:1 match, her dream became a reality. Today she is a proud college graduate and employee of the United Way SELA team, where she actively contributes to the IDA Project's success.
In addition to supporting education, small businesses, and home-maintenance accounts, the IDA Project has made homeownership a reality for over 200 families, highlighting the transformative impact of collaboration and community support. This program is one of many UWSELA supports as we work towards eradicating poverty in Southeast Louisiana. When you invest in your community through United Way, you help more children succeed in school, more families lead healthy lives, and more people grow their incomes to become financially stable.
At United Way SELA, we fight for the health, education, and financial stability for all. Remember, United Way turns every dollar donated into $7.67 in local community impact.
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