Commonwealth Bank expands national access to First Nations Foundation’s My Money Dream

Commonwealth Bank will work with First Nations Foundation to expand national access to the My Money Dream financial education program, rolling it out across CBA’s branch network, digital platforms, contact centre and Indigenous business banking channels.

Designed by First Nations peoples for First Nations peoples, My Money Dream is a free program for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander learners aged 16 to 60, as well as community organisations and support workers.

The program covers practical, everyday financial topics, including budgeting, saving, managing debt, navigating family financial responsibilities, and understanding scams and fraud.

First Nations Foundation Chief Executive Officer Leah Bennett said the collaboration reflects a more effective, community-led approach to financial education.

“Financial systems in Australia are sophisticated, but they are not always accessible. For many First Nations people, particularly in regional and remote communities, barriers still exist at the point of engagement.

“My Money Dream is designed to close that gap. It reflects our communities, our experiences and the realities of how money is managed across different contexts.”

Ms Bennett said scaling the program through CBA marks an important step in improving access and outcomes.

“This collaboration allows us to meet people where they are, whether that’s online, in community or in a local branch, and provide tools that are practical, culturally relevant and grounded in lived experience.”

The partnership forms part of CBA’s FY26–FY28 Reconciliation Action Plan, which includes a commitment to deliver meaningful financial education initiatives with First Nations organisations by June 2026.

CBA Executive Manager, First Nations Strategy, Brooke Scott, said supporting access to culturally relevant financial education can play an important role in supporting long-term financial wellbeing.

“Financial wellbeing underpins so many aspects of everyday life, from managing everyday expenses to feeling confident about planning for the future,” Ms Scott said. “Through this collaboration, we’re helping more First Nations peoples to engage with education that is culturally relevant, accessible and practical.”

Following two successful pilots, the national rollout will make it easier for communities to find and engage with the program, with My Money Dream now accessible across CBA’s branch network, digital platforms, contact centre and Indigenous business banking channels. The program is available to all First Nations peoples, including those who do not bank with CBA.