The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) will lead a forum to help financial institutions and community organizations collaborate through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program to increase banking access. Presenters from BankOn San Diego and local VITA programs will present actionable opportunities to offer accounts to VITA clients and support related community development initiatives.
Presenters
- James McConchie, Vice President - Collaborative Impact, United Way of San Diego County
- Nina Ghatan, Director Collaborative Impact, United Way of San Diego County
- Ivy Stein, Senior Impact Manager, United Way of San Diego County
- Sarah Castro, Senior Impact Manager - SparkPoint, United Way of San Diego County
- Omid Missaghian, Relationship Manager, Stakeholder Partnerships, Education and Communication (SPEC), Internal Revenue Service
- Esmeralda Sarmiento, Volunteer Coordinator, Dreams for Change
- Steve De Jesus, Community Affairs Specialist, FDIC
- Luke W. Reynolds, Regional Manager, Community Affairs, FDIC
When
Thursday, January 15, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM PT
Where
Virtual – Microsoft Teams. Registration information provided below. Attendees will receive login instructions the day before the event.
Who Should Attend
Representatives of federally insured financial institutions, community development financial institutions (CDFIs), non-profit organizations, foundations, and state, local, and federal government agencies interested in promoting economic inclusion for low- and moderate-income households in San Diego, CA.
Registration Information
To register online, click the following link to fill out the needed information. You will receive a confirmation email once completed.
Contact Information
If you have any questions about the event, please email Steve De Jesus at sdejesus@fdic.gov.