Financial Education Workshops

Register for a free financial education workshop with the Worth & Wealth Seminars, from the Office of Economic Empowerment and Citizens.

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Can't make a webinar? If a workshop topic you're interested in doesn't fit into your schedule, register to receive an email with the webinar recording, slides, and follow-up resources.

What is Generational Wealth—and Why It Matters

September 10, 2025 | 12:00 pm 

Generational wealth goes beyond money—it includes the values, knowledge, and resources we pass down. This webinar helps wealth builders understand how to create a legacy through intentional planning and everyday choices.

By the end of this webinar, you'll learn to:

  •  Define generational wealth beyond just money and assets.
  • Identify non-financial tools for building and transferring wealth.
  • Take one step toward creating a personal and financial legacy.

Making the Most of Every Dollar

September 17, 2025 | 12:00 pm

Learn how to take control of your money with simple, practical tools for budgeting and banking. This webinar is perfect for anyone looking to maximize their income and build strong financial habits. We'll cover easy ways to track spending, and different budgeting methods.

By the end of this webinar, you'll learn to:

  • Track daily and weekly spending to understand where their money goes.
  • Compare budgeting methods and choose one that fits their lifestyle.
  • Create a simple budget to start using right away.
     

Financial Foundations: Mastering Banking Basics

September 24, 2025 | 12:00 pm

Learn the essentials of managing money confidently by setting financial goals, and explore the basics of budgeting, credit management, and fraud prevention. This foundational webinar will help you take the first steps towards financial freedom.

By the end of this webinar, you'll learn to:

  • Recognize the importance of setting strong financial goals.
  • Learn about different types of bank accounts and their uses.
  • Get introduced to online and mobile banking.

Smart Saving Strategies for Every Life Stage

October 8, 2025 | 12:00 pm

Learn simple, practical ways to save at any age or income level. This webinar covers emergency funds, retirement accounts, and saving for your child’s future—whether you’re just starting out or starting over.

By the end of this webinar, you'll learn to:

  • Understand the difference between emergency, short-term, and long-term savings.
  • Learn the basics of 401(k), IRA, and Roth IRA accounts.
  • Identify simple ways to begin saving for a child’s future.

Investing for Beginners

October 15, 2025 | 12:00 pm

Learn the basics of investing and how to start building long-term wealth—even with small amounts. This beginner-friendly webinar breaks down account types, investment options, and how to match your strategy to your goals.

By the end of this webinar, you'll learn to:

  • Understand the difference between saving and investing.
  • Identify key investment account types (401(k), Roth IRA, brokerage).
  • Explore beginner, lower-cost investment options.

Side Hustles and Wealth Building

October 22, 2025 | 12:00 pm

Explore how side hustles can boost your income and support wealth building. Learn practical ways to start small, avoid scams, and manage extra earnings wisely.

By the end of this webinar, you'll learn to:

  • Evaluate personal skills, interests, and resources to identify a realistic side hustle.
  • Recognize common pitfalls and scams in the gig economy.
  • Apply basic financial strategies to track, save, and plan for taxes on supplemental income.

Credit Confidence: Build a Strong Financial Future

October 29, 2025 | 12:00 pm

Learn how building a good credit score can open the door to better financial opportunities and even save you money in the long run. In this webinar, we’ll review the components of a credit report and identify ways to improve or maintain a strong score.

By the end of this webinar, you'll learn to:

  • Understand and access your credit reports.
  • Develop strategies for improving your credit score.
  • Take steps to monitor and protect your credit.

Debt Reduction Blueprint: Your Guide to Financial Freedom

November 5, 2025 | 12:00 pm

Break free of the stress and anxiety of debt and use your money to build the life you truly want. This webinar will help you develop a strategy to manage and pay down debt for good.

By the end of this webinar, you'll learn to:

  • Understand the different types of debt. 
  • Learn the cost of borrowing.
  • Assess personal debt and create a debt repayment plan.

Retire Ready: Building Your Path to Financial Freedom

November 12, 2025 | 12:00 pm

Planning early for retirement can pave the way to financial independence later in life. Don’t leave your future to chance—this webinar will give you the tools to build a thoughtful retirement strategy.

By the end of this webinar, you'll learn to:

  • Understand the importance of retirement planning.
  • Explore retirement savings options and identify key retirement income sources.
  • Recognize common retirement planning mistakes. 

Shield Your Finances: Practical Tools for Fraud Prevention

November 19, 2025 | 12:00 pm

Protect your money, identity, and peace of mind from increasingly sophisticated threats. This webinar will teach you how to identify common fraud schemes and protect yourself from financial loss.

By the end of this webinar, you'll learn to:

  • Understand common types of fraud and recognize red flags.
  • Implement practical fraud prevention tips.
  • Access resources and support.

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