HOPE Inside BB&T Bank Columbia at Northeast

10/30/2026

Here's the good news: your score is not your story. Our free financial coaches work right inside bank branches. We help you raise your score, pay down debt and build savings, then walk you back to the bank ready to hear yes.

Where's your credit score today, and where do you want it to be? Drop it in the comments.

Get free financial coaching ➡️ https://portal.operationhope.org/Coaching/

10/29/2026

Sometimes the difference between feeling stuck financially and moving forward is having someone in your corner. 💙

Your support helps connect individuals and families with HOPE Coaches who provide the knowledge, tools, and encouragement to help them move forward financially.

Help us pay it forward with a donation to Operation HOPE ➡️ https://operationhope.org/join-us-/donate/

Every donation helps to put a HOPE Coach within reach of a family who needs one.

10/29/2026

The conversations we have today can shape the economic opportunities of tomorrow. 💙

Registration is open for the 2026 HOPE Global Forum, returning to Atlanta December 2–3!

From financial literacy and entrepreneurship to wealth building and economic empowerment, we're bringing together voices committed to moving these conversations forward.

Join us December 2–3 in Atlanta for the 2026 HOPE Global Forum. REGISTER TODAY: ➡️ https://events-v2.jujama.com/?Eventid=jOdFM5Lv8q8%253d

10/28/2026

The conversations shaping the future of financial opportunity are getting even bigger! 💙

We’re excited to announce another round of speakers joining us at the 2026 HOPE Global Forum in Atlanta!

From business and entrepreneurship to financial literacy and economic empowerment, these leaders are bringing fresh perspectives and powerful conversations to the table.

Join us December 2–3 in Atlanta for the 2026 HOPE Global Forum. Register ➡️ https://events-v2.jujama.com/?Eventid=jOdFM5Lv8q8%253d

10/28/2026

Christmas comes on December 25 every year. So why do we keep letting it sneak up on our bank accounts? 😭🎄

You don't have to wait until December to start thinking about holiday spending.

And remember, your holiday budget isn't just gifts. Think travel, food, decorations and everything in between.

10/27/2026

How much time are we spending watching what everybody else is doing instead of working toward our own goals?

You can't make progress on something you're never giving yourself time to work on.

Join us December 2–3 in Atlanta for the 2026 HOPE Global Forum. Request to register ➡️ https://events-v2.jujama.com/?Eventid=jOdFM5Lv8q8%253d

10/27/2026

Leadership, Innovation, & Economic opportunity.

The 2026 HOPE Global Forum is bringing together voices from across industries to help move important conversations forward.

We're excited to feature Ken Chenault, Reid Hoffman and Bishop T.D. Jakes at this year's gathering in Atlanta, December 2–3.

Join us December 2–3 in Atlanta for the 2026 HOPE Global Forum. Request to register ➡️ https://events-v2.jujama.com/?Eventid=jOdFM5Lv8q8%253d

10/26/2026

The countdown to the 2026 Hope Global Forum is on!

As we prepare to gather in Atlanta on December 2–3, get ready to represent in this year's official conference merchandise and take $5 off your order with code HOPE26 through October 31!.

Shop here: https://ophope.myshopify.com/collections/hope-global-forums

10/26/2026

Financial literacy creates opportunities that extend far beyond the individual. 💙

We're proud to be featured in the NFL's Inspire Change Annual Report, highlighting our work to expand access to financial education, small business development, and economic opportunity.

When people have the resources to succeed financially, entire communities benefit.

10/23/2026

You work hard for your paycheck. But what is that paycheck helping you build?

The goal is to start seeing ownership as something for you, too.

Not sure where to begin? You don’t have to figure it out alone. Our financial coaches can help you understand where you are, set your goals, and build a plan that fits your life at no cost to you.

Listen to Money & Wealth wherever you get your podcasts. 🎙️

09/16/2018

DID YOU KNOW? The SBA provides low interest disaster loans to businesses of all sizes, private, non-profit organizations, homeowners and renters.

The U.S. Small Business Administration is committed to ensuring America’s 30 million small businesses have the resources they need to address any challenge they face – and no challenge is more daunting than a disaster like a hurricane, wildfire, flood, tornado or earthquake.

09/11/2018

THE BB&T BANK BUS IS HEADED TO THE TWO NOTCH RD BRANCH! Step onboard the bus and take advantage of the financial resources that BB&T offers! Operation HOPE will also be there to offer information and schedule counseling sessions for those interested. We hope to see you there!

09/04/2018

If you are looking for employment, here's a great opportunity for you! Be sure to stop by the Operation Hope table to say hi and register for our upcoming workshops and/or one-on-one counseling.

08/16/2018

This is an upcoming webinar. You should register to learn more about what the SBA and SBDC has to offer.

This introductory webinar will provide an overview of the opportunities and resources available to to assist small businesses on a variety of business topics, including start-up, marketing, management, financing and doing business with the Government. You will have the opportunity to ask questions w...

07/25/2018

Here is another great webinar offered by the SBA.

Presented by:SBA & SCORE Course Description Nonprofits are very similar to for profit entities considering the types of issues that can occur in small for-profits, including the constant struggle to obtain funding and good people, reacting to the changing day-to-day demands in the workplace, ensurin...

07/20/2018

This is an event you don't want to miss! Click here to register https://www.eventbee.com/v/iwontstarve3 #/tickets

I'm excited to bring the 3rd installment of the I Won’t Starve Entrepreneur Development workshop to Columbia. Early Bird registration is available right now. Click here to register https://www.eventbee.com/v/iwontstarve3 #/tickets.

07/12/2018

BB&T and HopeInside

The grand opening event was held on Tuesday, June 26, 2018 at the BB&T Northeast branch. We have many community leaders there to share in the excitement of starting this wonderful partnership.

07/11/2018

Congratulations to our CEO, John Hope Bryant, for being named one of the 2018 Most Admired CEO honorees!!

The 42 executives in 21 categories and industries will be honored at an awards dinner on Aug. 23 at the InterContinental Buckhead Atlanta.

06/26/2018

The Operation Hope and BB&T partnership grand opening was a success!!! Looking forward to the new partnerships and reaching many clients in our community and surrounding areas. @ BB&T

04/16/2018

Because April is Financial Literacy Month, I want to share this great article. We don't think about being financially prepared in the event of a natural disaster. This article gives great tips to help you get prepared.

Americans at all income levels have experienced the challenges of rebuilding their lives after a disaster or other emergency. In these stressful circumstances, having access to personal financial, insurance, medical, and other records is crucial for starting the process of recovery quickly and effic...