Founded in 1951, the National Foundation for Credit Counseling (NFCC), promotes the national agenda for financially responsible behavior, and builds capacity for its Members to deliver the highest-quality financial education and counseling services. The NFCC is the nation’s largest and longest-serving national nonprofit credit counseling network, with close to 100 Member Agencies, and more than 800 offices located in all 50 states and Puerto Rico. In 2010, NFCC Members assisted 3.2 million consumers, helping many to drive down their debt and take control of their finances.

NFCC Members, often known as Consumer Credit Counseling Service (CCCS) or by other names, can be identified by the NFCC member seal. This seal signifies high standards for agency accreditation, counselor certification, and policies that ensure free or low-cost confidential services. NFCC Member Agencies can be reached in person, via phone at (800) 388-2227, or online. The NFCC national office is located in Washington, DC.

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