Overview
Through monthly interactive webinars and expert guidance, community members will learn practical strategies to improve personal financial habits, plan for the future, and expand financial independence.
This initiative supports the City's commitment to economic equity and community resilience, especially in neighborhoods that have historically faced barriers to opportunity.
Program Goals
- Increase Personal Financial Literacy among non-profit leaders, staff, and the communities they serve.
- Promote Sustainable Practices through budgeting, debt management, and savings strategies.
- Strengthen Organizational Capacity to provide financial information and resources to their communities.
- Foster Community Collaboration by creating a cohort-based learning environment.
Series Structure
Month 1: Banking 101 – Understanding the Financial System
January 26, 2026 at 10:30AM
- How banks and credit unions operate
- Types of accounts and transactions
- Choosing the right financial institution
Month 2: Tips to Manage Your Money
February 23, 2026 at 10:30AM
- Identifying income and expenses
- Setting financial goals
- Creating a flexible financial plan
Month 3: Break Free From Debt
March 23, 2026 at 10:30AM
- Understanding good vs. bad debt
- Borrowing responsibly
- Strategies for reducing and avoiding debt
Month 4: Taking the Mystery Out of Credit
April 27, 2026 at 10:30AM
- Credit reports, scores, and history
- How credit scores are calculated
- Steps to build or repair credit
Month 5: Building Healthy Savings Habits
May 18, 2026 at 10:30AM
- Plan ahead for regular bills, emergencies, and big purchases
- Save for the future, including retirement and long-term goals
- Use easy steps to build a habit of saving and reaching your goals
Month 6: Emotional Spending and Reducing Expenses
June 22, 2026 at 10:30AM
- Identifying emotional spending triggers
- Learn how to reduce expenses and tell the difference between wants and needs
- Discover easy ways to lower your monthly expenses without sacrificing what you enjoy
