CENTER FOR WORKING FAMILIES
Organization name: Community Alliance of the Far Eastside (CAFÉ)
Program Type
Financial aid & financial literacy programs
Leadership skills & college/career prep programs
Ages Served:
19-25 Years
Overview
Brief Program Summary: One of 12 Center for Working Families (CWF) sites in Indianapolis,
CAFE helps families access a full range of services to lift them out of poverty and achieve long-
term financial stability. Built on a model developed by the Annie E. Casey Foundation, CWF
provides people with the tools they need to increase their income, reduce expenses, and build
investments for their families. Specifically, CWF provides employment and career advancement
services, financial literacy and coaching, and access to income supports – all in one location.
Success Metrics: Net worth increases, credit score increases, reduction in debt, job placements,
wage increases, added benefits, job retentions
Demographics
Number Served & Racial Distribution:
Total Number of Individuals Annually Served
1,300
Black or African Americans Annually Served
82%
Hispanic or Latinos Annually Served
8%
Geographic Scope:
− Central Indiana Counties: Marion
− Additional/Other Areas of Focus: Far Eastside
Resources
Annual Operating Cost: $175,000
Initial Start-Up Cost: $220,000
Contact Information
Organization Name: Community Alliance of the Far Eastside (CAFÉ)
Website: https://www.cafeindy.org/
Respondents Name: Michael Howe
Email: Michael Howe