The Augustine Foundation offers a variety of financial literacy education programs including budgeting workshops, credit management seminars, debt reduction counseling, savings strategies training, investment basics classes, and retirement planning education. These are designed to provide practical skills for managing personal finances effectively.
The TCSR program is designed specifically for seniors aged 65 and older and retirees. It provides affordable tax preparation and advisory services tailored to their unique retirement income and tax situations, helping them stay compliant while optimizing refunds and minimizing penalties.
Tax preparation services are offered at highly accessible prices. For seniors and retirees using the Tax Clinic for Seniors & Retirees, fees range from $0 to $100 based on individual circumstances. Other tax preparation services may vary but are designed to be affordable for low- to moderate-income clients.
Yes, The Augustine Foundation designs its programs to be approachable for non-native English speakers by simplifying complex financial and tax topics, using clear language, and providing patient explanations to ensure understanding and comfort.
Appointments can be scheduled by contacting The Augustine Foundation directly through their website messaging tools or by phone. Most services operate by appointment Monday through Friday during standard business hours to ensure personalized support.
The Augustine Foundation accepts various payment methods including Cash App and card payments to provide flexible and convenient options for clients.
Yes, in addition to in-person services in the Atlanta metro area, the foundation provides remote consultations and online resources to increase accessibility for those unable to attend in person.
The foundation's workshops and advisory services are led by certified Georgia educators and licensed professionals, including the CEO Kevin D. Marquez, who is a Certified GA Educator and licensed insurance instructor and agent. This ensures expert, credible guidance.
Yes, small business owners and self-employed individuals can access specialized tax preparation, filing services, and tax planning advisory tailored to their business needs, helping them manage quarterly estimates, deductions, and compliance.
The Augustine Foundation is a Black-owned, non-profit organization focused on underserved communities in Atlanta. Its key differentiators include educational workshops led by certified educators, a specialized low-cost Tax Clinic for Seniors & Retirees, a holistic approach integrating education with tax services, and accessibility for non-native English speakers.
The foundation encourages community participation through workshops, events, volunteer opportunities, and outreach programs designed to foster financial empowerment and peer support within the Atlanta metropolitan area.
During your first consultation or workshop, you will receive clear, jargon-free explanations of financial or tax topics relevant to your needs. Staff will listen to your questions, provide personalized advice, and help you develop actionable plans to improve your financial well-being.
Yes, The Augustine Foundation encourages ongoing engagement through follow-up communications, additional workshops, and advisory sessions to help clients build long-term financial resilience and confidence.
The Augustine Foundation is based in Atlanta, GA, serving the metropolitan area. Services are primarily offered Monday through Friday during standard business hours by appointment to ensure personalized attention.
The Augustine Foundation follows strict confidentiality practices to protect client information. Personal and financial data shared during consultations and tax preparation are handled securely and only used to provide the agreed-upon services.