New York City's Fastest Growing Hispanic Financial Empowerment Fair
Bringing the tools of economic mobility directly to our community through financial education, financial literacy, entrepreneurship, homeownership, investing, and trusted community partnerships.
Join more than 1,300 attendees for a free Hispanic Heritage Month celebration featuring financial education workshops, entrepreneurship resources, homeownership guidance, investing education, and family-friendly activities in Queens, New York City.
Saturday, October 17, 2026 | 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Queens Museum, New York City | Flushing Meadows Corona Park
What is the Financial Access Fair?
A Free, One-Day Financial Empowerment Event for Hispanic Communities in NYC
The Financial Access Fair brings together families, entrepreneurs, financial institutions, nonprofit organizations, and community leaders to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a full day of financial education, financial literacy workshops, cultural celebration, and economic opportunity in Queens, New York City.
Attendees can:
Connect with banks, credit unions, and financial institutions
Learn about homeownership opportunities and first-time buyer resources
Build credit, budgeting, and savings strategies with expert guidance
Explore small business and entrepreneurship resources
Participate in financial education master classes
Enjoy family activities and children's financial education programming
Access valuable community resources and services in one convenient location
What to expect at the Financial Access?
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Support businesses launched through Qualitas of Life Foundation entrepreneurship programs, and connect with local Hispanic-owned businesses from across New York City.
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Join us in celebrating our community members graduating from our personal finance and entrepreneurship courses.
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Interactive activities where children and families can learn foundational financial literacy skills through fun games and hands-on experiences.
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Hands-on financial education masterclasses presented by trusted financial institutions, community organizations, and industry experts.
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Celebrate the richness of our culture through music, dance, and cultural programming in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month 2026.
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Access agencies, financial service providers, and government resources in one location. Obtain your NYC ID and access other essential services!
2026 Financial Access Fair Program
Come back soon!
Our Impact
Creating Opportunity Through Financial Education and Financial Literacy
For almost two decades, Qualitas of Life Foundation has helped Hispanic immigrant and low-to-moderate-income communities build financial confidence, strengthen financial literacy, improve financial well-being, and create pathways to economic mobility.
1,317
Attendees
127
Graduates
48
Partners
32
Volunteers
** 339% growth since 2023
Join us on October 17th!
Free Admission to New York City's Leading Hispanic Financial Empowerment Event
Whether you're looking to better understand your finances, improve your credit, start a business, buy your first home, learn about investing, build savings, or access trusted community resources, the Financial Access Fair offers practical financial education and expert guidance for every stage of your financial journey.
Admission is free and open to the public.
Registration is highly encouraged.
Saturday, October 17, 2026 | 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Queens Museum, Queens, NYC
Become a Sponsor of the Financial Access Fair
Invest in Financial Education, Financial Literacy, and Economic Mobility
Support one of New York City's largest community financial empowerment events while connecting your organization with more than 1,300 engaged attendees seeking financial services, financial education, homeownership resources, entrepreneurship support, and economic opportunity.
Benefits include:
Brand visibility before, during, and after the event
Direct community engagement
Booth presence and activation opportunities
Speaking and workshop opportunities
Social media exposure
Inclusion in marketing materials
Direct engagement through masterclasses and community activations
Are you a Bank or a Corporation?
Current and Past Sponsors
Volunteer at the Fair!
Volunteer opportunities include:
Supporting event logistics
Assisting with children’s activities
Attendee engagement and registration
Vendor and sponsor coordination
Where is the Financial Access Fair taking place?
Queens Museum
Flushing Meadows Corona Park, Corona, NY 11368
2025 Financial Access Fair: Highlights
Get In Touch
For Community Organization Inquiries:
Helen Mueses | Program & Outreach Manager
hmueses@qualitasoflife.org
For Education Programs:
Maria Fernanda Baquerizo | Director of Education
mbaquerizo@qualitasoflife.org
For Volunteer Opportunities & General Inquiries:
Valentina Lopez | Outreach & Program Specialist
vlopez@qualitasoflife.org
Frequently Asked Questions
About The Event
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The Financial Access Fair is a free, one-day community event celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month in New York City. It brings together families, entrepreneurs, financial institutions, nonprofits, and community organizations for a day focused on financial education, homeownership, credit building, entrepreneurship, and cultural celebration. The event is organized by Qualitas of Life Foundation.
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The Fair is open to everyone, but it is especially designed for Hispanic immigrant and low-to-moderate income families in New York City who want to build financial confidence, access resources, and connect with trusted community organizations.
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Yes - admission is free and open to the public. Registration is highly encouraged.
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The event is bilingual. Programming, workshops, and support will be available in both English and Spanish.
Location & Logistics
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The 2026 Financial Access Fair will be held at the Queens Museum, located in Flushing Meadows Corona Park, Queens, New York City.
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Yes, parking is available at Flushing Meadows Corona Park.
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Yes. The Queens Museum is fully ADA accessible.
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The program schedule will be published closer to the event date. Register now and we'll notify you as soon as it's live.
Registration & Attendance
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Registration is free and strongly encouraged so we can plan for capacity and send you updates about the program schedule. Walk-ins are welcome, but registering guarantees your spot and keeps you informed
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Click the "Register to Attend" button on this page. Registration takes less than two minutes.
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We recommend bringing:
A valid ID
A notebook or phone for taking notes during workshops
If you plan on obtaining your NYC ID, bring one of the below forms of identification:
Current New York State Driver's License
Current New York State Learner's Permit
Current New York State Non-Driver ID Card
New York City Restricted Handgun License issued by the New York Police Department
New York City Department of Probation Print-out with Photo
U.S. Department of State Driver License or Non-Drivers Identification Card
IDNYC for Middle School Students Application signed by caretaker only when presented at a school pop-up and verified by DOE
Letter for Current HRA Clients Lacking Photo ID/IDNYC-23
For more information please visit: https://www.nyc.gov/site/idnyc/card/documentation.page
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Yes. Queens Museum has a cafeteria with plenty of options available. Per the museum regulations, food can only be consumed inside that space.
Sponsorship & Volunteering
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Sponsors receive brand visibility, booth presence, speaking and workshop opportunities, social media exposure, and direct engagement with more than 1,300 community members actively seeking financial services and resources.
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Yes. We have a dedicated nonprofit and community-based organization (CBO) sponsorship tiers, registration and partnership opportunities. Download our nonprofit sponsorship packet or email sponsorships@qualitasoflife.org for details.
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The sponsorship deadline is September 1, 2026. We recommend reaching out early — booth space and speaking opportunities are limited.
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Volunteers are expected to help throughout the entire event.