Preparing for the Unexpected Starts with Saving

Natural disasters, power outages, medical emergencies, car repairs—life has a way of throwing surprises our way. While we can’t always prevent emergencies, we can prepare for them. One of the most important steps? Building a savings cushion before you need it.

Emergency savings don’t have to start with large deposits or major lifestyle changes. In fact, the most successful savings habits often begin small and grow quietly over time.

Why Emergency Savings Matter

When disaster strikes—whether it’s a storm, unexpected job disruption, or urgent home repair—having money set aside can mean the difference between stress and stability.

Emergency savings can help cover:

• Food, fuel, and supplies during power outages or weather events
• Unexpected medical or veterinary expenses
• Car or home repairs
• Temporary loss of income

Financial preparedness is just as important as having flashlights, batteries, and a plan.

An Easy Way to Build Your Emergency Fund: Spend2Save

Saving for emergencies doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. Spend2Save makes it automatic.

With Spend2Save, every time you use your Solidarity debit card, your purchase is rounded up to the nearest dollar, and the spare change is transferred directly into your savings account.

Here’s how it works:

• Spend $7.25 → $0.75 goes into savings

• Spend $19.10 → $0.90 goes into savings

Those small amounts add up quickly—especially when saving becomes part of your everyday routine.

Small Changes, Big Protection

Spend2Save works behind the scenes, helping you prepare without having to think about it. There’s no pressure to change your spending habits or remember to transfer money manually. You’re simply building resilience one transaction at a time.

Over weeks and months, those round-ups can turn into:

• A starter emergency fund

• A buffer for unexpected expenses

• Peace of mind knowing you’re more prepared

Prepared Today. Protected Tomorrow.

Disasters don’t send a warning—but your savings can be ready when they happen. Whether you’re just beginning to save or looking for an easy way to strengthen your emergency fund, Spend2Save helps you prepare for life’s “just in case” moments.

If you already have a checking and savings account with Solidarity, getting started is simple. 

Because preparedness isn’t just about planning for emergencies—it’s about building financial confidence before you need it