Personal Investment Enterprise (PIE)
"It has made buying a home a possible concept. Without some help I don't know that we would ever have been able to do this." -Homeowner from Boulder
Designed to help working, low-income families and individuals save money exclusively for first-time homeownership, post-secondary education, and small business development.
The program was designed for low-income families to enroll in financial education classes and save through a matched savings account at a rate of 4 to 1. Celebrating its 19th Anniversary, PIE is a local savings program provided through Community Action Programs of Boulder County and Mile High United Way.
Take the Qualifying SurveyProgram Graduates
Buren T.
“If I, somebody old, with health issues, English as a second language and being a single mom and widow can do this, others can too. You need to be determined but there is great support, just do it.”
374 program graduates.
172 participants have purchased a home.
115 have pursued post-secondary education.
87 have developed a new business.
"I'm making changes in my life. I'm starting to plan my future with better vision and with knowledge of my personal finances. This program is very good for those who think or know that they are real entrepreneurs but still haven't decided to take that big step to run their own business."
-Business owner from Longmont
"It has made buying a home a possible concept. Without some help I don't know that we would ever have been able to do this."
-Homeowner from Boulder
"It helped relieve some of the stress of owing so much in student loans and I also Learned a lot of valuable financial information. My son attended the class with me and we talked about how important it is to be aware of how much we spend."
-Student pursuing Bachelor's Degree from Longmont
