The ACE Community Fund

ACE Cash Express gives back through our community involvement, sponsorships, and donations.

2025 Annual Report

ACE Community Commitment

In 2025, the ACE Community Fund donated over $1 million to 18 charities nationwide.

Since 2004, we have donated more than $21 million to communities in need thanks to the generous support of ACE employees and customers. Our corporate giving program, ACE Community Fund, works with transformative charities across the country to give back to the community.

2025 Annual Report

Community Engagement

Over the past 22 years, the ACE Community Fund has raised and donated more than $21 million to charities across the nation. We take pride in supporting organizations that assist children, advance education, and promote financial literacy. The charities we support have missions that resonate deeply with both our employees and our customers. ACE is committed to improving the quality of life in the communities we serve.

In fact, serving our communities is a corporate value that drives our thinking and our culture. Every dollar raised for the ACE Community Fund goes back into our communities. We are proud of this accomplishment and grateful for our Populus and ACE associates and customers. It is their dedication, support, and generosity that make a difference in our communities.

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Slide 1: MenzFit
"Populus's financial literacy workshop was well-received by all attendees. Participants said they learned how to put their financial future on a positive track and were impressed with the wealth of information offered.” – Rhonda Willingham, Founder of MenzFit

Slide 2: Humane World for Animals (formerly Humane Society of the U.S.)
“We're thrilled that Populus Financial Group has continued their support—from the Chip in for Charity and Door to Change programs to More Than a Pet—making a difference for pets and families in need.” – Steve McVeigh, Vice President of Business Development for Humane World for Animals

Slide 3: Junior Achievement of Dallas
“ I want to thank Populus Financial Group for its continued legacy support of Junior Achievement of Dallas. Their countless hours of volunteering and financial support continue to support Dallas area students in their financial literacy growth and ability to succeed in life.” – Chris LaTurno, President/CEO, Junior Achievement of Dallas

ACE's Proud Partnership with National Breast Cancer Foundation

Our Pink Month Celebration Each October

In 2025, ACE donated $591,730 to National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF) in partnership with Netspend Corporation. Each October, ACE hosts Pink Month in observance of Breast Cancer Awareness Month to support NBCF's mission to provide help and inspire hope to those affected by breast cancer through early detection, education, and support services.

The generous customer and employee donations during Pink Month and purchases made using the Pink Flare Account^® Debit Card and the Pink ACE Elite^® Visa^® Prepaid Debit Card,¹ and by certain Porte^® members,² have allowed ACE and Netspend Corporation to support NBCF for the past 19 years. Together, we have donated more than $10 million, providing 477,102 free breast health services to women in need, such as screening and diagnostic services, patient navigation, education, and support services. Our employees have also packed 1,200 Hope kits for women undergoing breast cancer treatment.

“We are grateful to Populus and their 19-year commitment to Helping Women Now. Thanks to their long-term dedication, over $10 million has been raised to support our mission and make a profound difference in the lives of women impacted by breast cancer across the country.” – Kevin Hail, CEO of National Breast Cancer Foundation

ACE Customers “Chip In For Charity”

check presentation to Fenton Primary Charter School

Our Chip in For Charity program raised $562,456 in 2025. In this program, customers select among five national charities to support and then simply use their co-branded charity Flare Account Debit Card whenever they shop. ACE donates an amount equal to a portion of every purchase made to the associated charity up to preset limits.³ Our ACE Chip in For Charity partners in 2025 were AdoptAClassroom.org, Homes For Our Troops, Humane World for Animals, National Breast Cancer Foundation, and Save the Children.

“Fenton Primary Center is deeply grateful to ACE Cash Express and AdoptAClassroom.org for making it possible to bring joy back to our students who have endured challenging times in the past year. Your support of Fenton Primary Center reminds us how powerful community partnerships can be in creating safe and happy spaces for children to learn and play. We truly appreciate your donation that helps bring smiles back to our children." – Richard Parra, Director of Fenton Charter Public Schools

ACE’s Give A Little Campaign

Populus employees with Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation

ACE store associates lead our fundraising efforts every May for the annual Give A Little Campaign. Each store selects a charity to support, and ACE stores raised more than $179,027 for deserving organizations in 2025.

“We are thrilled to have the support of ACE Cash Express. We truly appreciate the dedication of everyone at ACE Cash Express. It's fantastic to see their customers and community come together to support this cause and make a real difference for children battling cancer.” – Liz Scott, Alex's Mom and Co-Executive Director at ALSF

Who We've Supported

What the Charities Love About Us

Feed My Starving Children (FMSC)

"We at Feed My Starving Children are very grateful that ACE heard the call to feed kids. It is a joy to see Populus in the packing room and know how hard they're working to pack meals and raise funds to feed even more kids." – Hillary Coyle, Development Advisor of FMSC

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J.O. Davis Elementary School

Book Day at Davis Elementary School

"We are incredibly thankful to Populus Financial Group for their continued generosity in supporting our students at Davis Elementary. Their donation of a book for every student through our annual book giveaway has made a lasting impact on our campus. This gift not only puts high-quality books into the hands of our students but also inspires a love of reading that will stay with them for years to come." – Sandy Brown, Librarian for J.O. Davis Elementary School

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