Founded in 1951, the National Foundation for Credit Counseling is the oldest nonprofit financial counseling organization with a mission to help all Americans gain control over their finances. We support a network of committed member agencies to deliver high quality, practical financial education and counseling services.rnrn1,500+ NFCC certified credit counselors serve all U.S. states and territories, empowering millions of consumers to take charge of their finances. NFCC certified credit counselors offer one-on-one financial reviews that address credit card debt, mortgages and rentals, housing decisions, and money management.