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FALLS CHURCH, VA, UNITED STATES, September 12, 2024 -- Sunny Day Fund, an award-winning pioneer in workplace emergency savings programs, has partnered with Portage Bank to make saving easy, accessible, and rewarding for working Americans through their employer clients and distribution partners.

Financial wellness programs are increasingly common in organizations, but offering them alone isn't enough. The real impact comes when employees are actively engaged. This leads to higher retention, increased motivation, and greater productivity.

Making savings automatic through payroll-linked Emergency Savings Accounts (ESAs) helps employees build financial security effortlessly.

Short-term debt creates stress, lowers productivity, and harms financial wellness. Offering emergency savings accounts (ESAs) as part of your benefits package helps employees build financial security.

HB Retirement backs Sunny Day Fund as a key financial wellness tool. Joseph Cravotta highlights its focus on emergency savings, filling a gap in traditional offerings. This partnership benefits both employees and employers, potentially boosting job satisfaction and giving companies a competitive edge in benefits packages. Learn more inside.

Spirit Tattoo Products is introducing Emergency Savings Accounts for their team—read how Lance Trudeau and the team, in partnership with Sunny Day Fund, are helping employees tackle unexpected expenses, reduce stress, and boost morale, creating a more secure and supportive workplace.

Workplace savings programs, including retirement and emergency savings accounts, extend their impact beyond individual employees, contributing to community financial stability. By promoting financial wellness, these programs help employees reduce stress and support local economic growth.

To attract and retain Gen Z talent, it's essential to go beyond competitive pay. Financial freedom is a top priority for them, and employers who offer savings and financial benefits will see better employee retention. By supporting their financial goals, you build engagement and loyalty, keeping your company competitive.

Providing part-time employee benefits helps attract top talent, keep turnover low, and create a more engaged, loyal workforce. Health insurance, sick leave, and Emergency Savings Accounts (ESAs) can set your company apart in a competitive market.