DETROIT, Aug. 3, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Ally Financial has
been recognized by the Money Smart Week Michigan Coalition as a
2015 Strategic Partner for its commitment and ongoing participation
in Money Smart Week Michigan. Money Smart Week is a national public
awareness campaign coordinated by the Federal Reserve Bank of
Chicago to help individuals and
families better manage their personal finances.
"As proud supporters of Money Smart Week Michigan for several
years, Ally is honored to receive this award from the Coalition,"
said Gina Proia, chief
communications officer and head of corporate citizenship at Ally.
"Ally believes all consumers should be armed with the knowledge to
make smart, well-informed decisions about spending and financial
habits, and advances this effort through free educational courses,
resources and tips available year round from the Ally Wallet Wise
program."
"It is a privilege to lead Michigan's dedicated team of Money Smart Week
partners and serve the non-commercial financial education needs of
residents across the state," said Kelly
Masters, chair, Money Smart Week Michigan. "Through the
long-standing commitment, collaborative spirit and dedication of
partners like Ally Financial, we are able to make a difference in
the lives of thousands of consumers each April. I look forward to
continuing this work with Ally in 2016 and for many years to
come."
During Money Smart Week 2015, held April
18-25, Ally teamed with 100 Black Men of America and the
Society for Financial Education and Professional Development to
teach nearly 30 free Ally Wallet Wise financial literacy classes to
approximately 420 consumers in metro Detroit.
Wallet Wise is a free financial education program created by
Ally Financial that teaches consumers the basics of budgeting,
credit, auto finance, banking and investing. Ally has provided
nearly 70,000 consumers with basic financial education via the
Wallet Wise program since 2011.
About Money Smart Week
Created by the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago in 2002, Money Smart Week is a public
awareness campaign designed to help consumers better manage their
personal finances. This is achieved through the collaboration and
coordinated efforts of hundreds of organizations across the
country. Programming is offered to all demographics and income
levels and covers all facets of personal finance.
About Ally Financial Inc.
Ally Financial Inc. (NYSE: ALLY) is a leading automotive
financial services company powered by a top direct banking
franchise. Ally's automotive services business offers a full
spectrum of financial products and services, including new and used
vehicle inventory and consumer financing, leasing, vehicle service
contracts, commercial loans and vehicle remarketing services, as
well as a variety of insurance offerings, including inventory
insurance, insurance consultative services for dealers and other
ancillary products. Ally Bank, the
company's direct banking subsidiary and member FDIC, offers an
array of deposit products, including certificates of deposit,
savings accounts, money market accounts, IRA deposit products and
interest checking. Ally's Corporate Finance unit provides financing
to middle-market companies across a broad range of industries.
With approximately $156.5 billion
in assets as of June 30, 2015, Ally
operates as a financial holding company. For more information,
visit the Ally media site at http://media.ally.com or follow Ally
on Twitter: @Ally
Contact:
Susan Fitzpatrick
Ally Financial
(267) 387-7540
Susan.fitzpatrick@ally.com
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