Take Control of Your Financial Future — Expert Guidance That Lasts a Lifetime
With 20+ years in financial services, CSS Academy will guide you through real-world, faith-centered money mastery.
Meet the Founder
Mike Collins is the Founder with over 20 years of experience in financial services, passionate about helping individuals build generational wealth
Meet Mike Collins — Your Financial Coach & Guide
For more than two decades, Mike Collins has empowered families, churches, and nonprofits to break free from financial stress and build lasting wealth. He founded CSS Academy to share simple, proven strategies rooted in stewardship, service, and sustainability.
CSS Academy exists to help people build confidence, purpose, and freedom—using financial empowerment as a foundation for thriving in life.
Mission
To equip individuals and families with faith-aligned, practical tools for long-term financial freedom.
Vision
Generational wealth rooted in stewardship, wisdom, and community empowerment
Values
Faith · Clarity · Community · Growth
By day 30
you'll gain clarity on spending and savings.
By day 60
you’ll be investing regularly.
By day 90
you'll be earning extra income and advancing toward financial independence.
Ready for lasting change?
Whether you're a church leader, nonprofit organizer, or individual ready to take control—our courses meet you where you are and help you build the future you deserve.
FAQs
Your questions answered – explore how CSS Academy enhances your financial acumen.
What is CSS Academy?
CSS Academy is an online learning platform dedicated to helping individuals, families, churches, and nonprofits achieve financial confidence and freedom. We combine practical money strategies with faith-centered values to create tools that are simple, actionable, and life-changing.
Why was CSS Academy created?
CSS Academy was founded by Mike Collins after seeing too many people struggle with money stress, lack of financial literacy, and limited access to trustworthy guidance. Our mission goes beyond finances—we exist to help people live with confidence, purpose, and freedom in all areas of life.
Who is Mike Collins?
Mike Collins is the founder of CSS Academy, with more than 20 years of experience in financial services and coaching. He has worked with families, nonprofits, and churches to break cycles of financial hardship and create generational wealth. Mike’s approach is practical, inspiring, and rooted in principles of stewardship and growth.
Who are CSS Academy courses designed for?
Our courses are designed for everyday people who want to take control of their money—whether they’re just starting their financial journey, leading a household, running a nonprofit, or guiding a church community. No prior financial background is needed—our programs meet learners where they are.
What makes CSS Academy different from other financial programs?
We focus on simplicity, community, and impact. Each course is:
Practical — strategies you can apply right away.
Faith-centered — grounded in principles of stewardship and purpose.
Community-driven — with opportunities like The Swag-Edition private group, where learners support and encourage one another.
What results can students expect?
Within 30 days, students often gain clarity on their spending and savings. By 60 days, many are actively investing and reducing debt. By 90 days, participants commonly have an additional stream of income through side hustles or smarter money management.