You serve your community with heart—let us help
Your community and constituents trust you to support their needs. Kudzu is here to help you grow their financial well-being with a better banking experience.
We help you do more for the people who count on you
Whether you serve students, families, or entire communities, Kudzu helps you expand access to trusted, supportive financial resources that empower growth.
Support student success—in and out of the classroom
Give students the financial foundation they need to thrive after graduation, with resources designed to teach, support, and grow with them on their money journey.
- Equip students with low-fee accounts that coach them on money management.
- Create ambassador opportunities for students to learn marketing and sales.
- Engage the student community in discussions about spending, saving, and other fundamentals.
- Learn about the financial needs of students and how you can better support them.
- Promote a more inclusive banking experience that’s accessible to students from every background and economic situation.
Enable more equitable outcomes for your constituents
You support families who rely on you. We help them build what's next—with banking tools that increase access, minimize fees, and promote financial resilience.
- Offer a convenient, digital banking solution that doesn’t require a credit check or credit history.
- Give your constituents tools to build lasting financial well-being and avoid predatory financial services.
- Empower parents and their children to become financially literate and plan for their future.
- Put powerful money management tools into the hands of people who need them.
- Champion inclusive financial services that prioritize equity, dignity, and long-term growth.
You’re used to giving back, how about giving growth?
You’re already doing the hard work in your community—Kudzu makes it easier to expand your nonprofit’s impact with accessible banking and financial education solutions.
- Introduce a digital banking solution that aligns with your equity-focused mission.
- Empower community members with free accounts—no credit check, no minimums, no monthly fees1.
- Provide real financial education built for everyday people, not trained experts.
- Partner with a team that listens, adapts, and co-creates solutions that fit your community.
- Offer hope to families and individuals that may not believe in a brighter financial future.
There’s power in partnership—let’s connect
You know your community, and we know how to support its financial growth. Let’s connect and build something meaningful together.
“We’re not here to impress. We’re here to help—to build real relationships and solve real problems.”
Bill Stone
CEO, Systems & Methods, Inc.
Partnering with Kudzu
Our goal is to bring financial literacy and money management tools to people who wouldn’t have access otherwise. You can help us! Here’s what you need to know.
Who can partner with Kudzu?
Kudzu partners with colleges and universities, government agencies, and nonprofits/community-based organizations that care about financial empowerment and access. If your mission includes helping underserved communities or supporting long-term financial wellness, we’d love to talk. Whether you’re focused on students, constituents, or families, there’s a place for you in the Kudzu network.
What kinds of partnerships are available?
Our partnerships are flexible and built to meet your goals. Some partners work with us on co-branded educational campaigns or financial literacy events. Others offer Kudzu accounts as a trusted resource for students or community members. We’ve also created referral programs, content collaborations, and a Brand Ambassador Program for our higher ed partnerships. If there’s a way to work together, we’ll find it and tailor the approach to fit your needs.
What’s the Kudzu Brand Ambassador Program?
At select campuses, Kudzu partners with student leaders through a Brand Ambassador Program. Ambassadors help grow awareness of Kudzu by promoting the brand, co-hosting events, and serving as a direct line of feedback between students and our team. It’s a hands-on opportunity for students to build real-world marketing and product experience while championing financial wellness on campus. Availability may vary by school.
How will Kudzu support our organization?
We do everything we can to help our partners succeed at helping their communities. That means giving you access to digital assets, tabling kits for events, support with co-branded materials, and any technical or onboarding help your team needs. We’ll also check in regularly to get feedback, share updates, and make sure the partnership continues to create value—for you and the people you serve.
How does Kudzu measure impact with partners?
We work with you to define success early on, whether that’s account sign-ups, event participation, or financial literacy milestones. Then we provide updates and reporting to show what’s working, where we can improve, and how we’re moving the needle together.
What makes Kudzu different from other financial partners?
Kudzu was built for people traditionally left out of the financial system, with a mission to empower these individuals. Our partnerships are driven by conviction, not marketing, and we prioritize access, equity, and trust at every step—from onboarding through long-term impact.
