Melbourne, Fla. – March 15 – Amscot Financial, a leading provider of convenient, consumer-oriented financial services, held an open house on Saturday, March 15 at its new location at 1400 W. New Haven Avenue in Melbourne. Amscot will presented a $500 contribution to the Brevard County chapter of the Boys & Girls Club of Central Florida, supporting after-school programs for at-risk youth.

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida makes a positive difference in the community by providing at-risk children with a safe place to learn and grow. The clubs also offer character development experiences as well as ongoing relationships with caring adults. Studies show that the clubs’ programs make a positive impact by lowering crime, drug use, teen pregnancy and gang involvement.

About Amscot Financial
Headquartered in Tampa, Fla., Amscot Financial is a leading provider of income tax preparation and electronic filing services, refund anticipation loans, check cashing services, cash advance services, money transfer services and money orders through its wholly owned division, Amscot International Money Order Company.  Amscot Financial currently operates 166 tax preparation offices and 166 retail financial service centers throughout Florida and employs more than 1,500 people. For two years in a row, Amscot Financial has been recognized by the Tampa Bay Business Journal as one of Tampa Bay’s Best Places to Work. For additional information, please visit the company’s Web site at www.amscotfinancial.com.