Banking & Savings
Starting a Bank Account
Opening a bank account and building savings is a crucial step in achieving financial security and control. A bank account provides a safe and accessible place to store money, track spending, and manage income effectively — all while building a foundation for your financial future.
Ready to Start Saving?
Establishing a habit of saving — no matter how small — helps you prepare for emergencies, reach short- and long-term goals, and reduce financial stress. Savings also create a foundation for future investments, credit opportunities, and wealth-building, empowering you to make confident financial decisions and become more financially independent.
Take the Next Step
Need help opening a bank account or to start building your savings?
Contact a local Newark Prosperity Hub partner in your Ward today!
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BRICK NETWORK
Economic Mobility, Cradle-to-Career Ecosystem
534 Clinton Ave, 07108 (Elementary School)
Phone: 862-236-1333
Email: info@bricknetworks.org
bricknetworks.org
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CLINTON HILL COMMUNITY ACTION
Neighborhood Revitalization, Community Advocacy
208 Chadwick Ave., 07108
Phone: 201-228-0757
Email: info@clintonhillaction.org
clintonhillaction.org
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LA CASA DE DON PEDRO
Education, Economic Development, Social Services
75 Park Avenue, 07104
Phone: 973-482-8312
Email: info@lacasadedonpedro.org
lacasadedonpedro.org
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NEW JERSEY CITIZEN ACTION
Advocacy, Consumer Rights, Financial Literacy
625 Broad Street, Suite 270, Newark, NJ 07102
Phone: 973-643-8800
Email: rosemary@njcitizenaction.org
njcitizenaction.org
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NEWARK COMMUNITY STREET TEAM
Violence Reduction, Community Wellness
105 Quitman St., 07103
Phone: 973-399-1003
newarkcommunitystreetteam.org
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UNIFIED VAILSBURG SERVICES ORGANIZATION
Health & Wellness, Financial & Career Resources, Family & Senior Services
1044 S. Orange Avenue, Newark, NJ 07106
Phone: 973-374-2000
Email: info@uvso.org
uvso.org
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URBAN LEAGUE OF ESSEX COUNTY
Education, Employment, Housing
508 Central Ave., 07107
Phone: 973-624-9535
Email: info@ulec.org
ulec.org
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LA CASA DE DON PEDRO
Education, Economic Development, Social Services
75 Park Avenue, 07104
Phone: 973-482-8312
Email: info@lacasadedonpedro.org
lacasadedonpedro.org
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NEW COMMUNITY CORPORATION
Housing, Education, Health, Job Training
233 West Market St., 07103
Phone: 973-623-2800
Email: nccti@newcommunity.org
newcommunity.org
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BRICK NETWORK
Economic Mobility, Cradle-to-Career Ecosystem
Phone: 862-236-1333
Email: info@bricknetworks.org
bricknetworks.org
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LA CASA DE DON PEDRO
Education, Economic Development, Social Services
75 Park Avenue, 07104
Phone: 973-482-8312
Email: info@lacasadedonpedro.org
lacasadedonpedro.org
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URBAN LEAGUE OF ESSEX COUNTY
Education, Employment, Housing
508 Central Ave., 07107
Phone: 973-624-9535
Email: info@ulec.org
ulec.org
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UNIFIED VAILSBURG SERVICES ORGANIZATION
Health & Wellness, Financial & Career Resources, Family & Senior Services
1044 S. Orange Avenue
Newark, NJ 07106
Phone: 973-374-2000
Email: info@uvso.org
uvso.org
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CLINTON HILL COMMUNITY ACTION
Neighborhood Revitalization, Community Advocacy
208 Chadwick Ave., 07108
Phone: 201-228-0757
Email: info@clintonhillaction.org
clintonhillaction.org
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NEW JERSEY CITIZEN ACTION
Advocacy, Consumer Rights, Financial Literacy
625 Broad Street, Suite 270, Newark, NJ 07102
Phone: 973-643-8800
Email: rosemary@njcitizenaction.org
njcitizenaction.org