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What does the journey of financial literacy look like?! Is it linear and straightforward? Is it more complex than that and do the right systems exist to support someone on a journey from food poverty to financial empowerment? 🤔 It was my privilege to bring partners from Food Bank, Money Advice St Neots, eVolve your future, Youth For Christ and some welcome guests in Lee Candler and Craig White together yesterday to continue our work on mapping the user journey for someone becoming financially literate. I have seen first hand the incredible impact MAST have had on supporting local people with millions in debt collectivity, we have an opportunity with the Citizen Hub to work with all of these organisations to find more ways to expand impact collectively at all stages of that journey. Look forward to continuing that progress in the coming weeks and months, let's get all these organisations the funding they need to give them the best chance of not just reacting to the growing need, but supporting local residents become more confident handling their own circumstances long term. #StNeots #Financialliteracy #CoGrow

🚗 Norma Fralin's Story: Gaining Freedom with Responsible Rides 🚗 For Norma, having reliable transportation wasn’t just about convenience — it was a lifeline. Without a car, everyday tasks like getting to work or caring for her family became overwhelming. But with limited financial resources, securing a vehicle seemed out of reach. That’s where Freedom First Credit Union, a dedicated Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI), stepped in. Through their Responsible Rides Program, Norma was able to access affordable financing and finally purchase a reliable car. This program doesn't just provide vehicles; it gives individuals like Norma the opportunity to regain their independence and build a better future. 🚘💼 Freedom First Credit Union is one of the many CDFIs that CNote partners with through the Flagship Fund, ensuring capital flows into programs that support individuals and families in need of economic empowerment. Learn more about how access to affordable transportation is changing lives for people like Norma: https://hubs.ly/Q02QC1sj0 #ImpactStory #NormaFralin #FreedomFirstCreditUnion #ResponsibleRides #CDFI #CNote #FlagshipFund #EconomicEmpowerment #CommunitySupport #InvestInChange #ResilientCommunities

Did you know? 💡 A skills exodus played a major part in the decline of housing – from 235k to 106k units annually between 1998 & 2014. Race-rigged policies destroy opportunities. Non-racial empowerment uplifts all hardworking people. The IRR has a plan: https://bit.ly/4aeDkmE

🌟 Empowering #Communities to Dream Boldly 🌟 At Verity Credit Union, we're not just about banking; we're about building dreams and fostering communities. Whether you're planning for the future, starting a new venture, or looking to make a difference, we're here to support you every step of the way. Join us today and be a part of something bigger. 👉 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gTS7esAm Verity Credit Union | Your Future. Your Partner. 🧡 #VerityCreditUnion #DreamBoldly #CommunityFirst #JoinUs Credit Union National Association Credit Union Leaders City of Seattle Seattle Children's SCORE Greater Seattle Forbes Financial Times

‘There is a sense of insecurity that never leaves you if you grew up working class’. One of the best articles I’ve read about class: the long term impacts of poverty even in the midst of social mobility; the liminality you experience if you reach financial security; the fact that that financial security never feels (or literally isn’t) secure; the people from working class backgrounds who pull the ladder up; the ones who maintain a sense of social justice and attract the moniker of ‘champagne socialist’ (I’ve been called that as well); the scripting of your class according to diction, cultural tastes, instead of whether you have a safety net. Class still matters to the people who understand that poverty has a long tail.

My passion, work, past, and future lie in community finance because of a couple things I've learned in two decades using, building, operating, and governing community finance initiatives... SMALL LOANS to people in our communities are NOT BAD. SHITTY, predatory LOANS reaching our communities (in-person and online) are BAD. COMMUNITY FINANCE creates MORE OPTIONS, MORE AUTONOMY, and MORE RESILIENCE. We need more financial solutions generated and owned by the communities they serve. #MoreCommunityFinance #LessShittyLoans

Why Teaching Kids About Money Matters: A Nostalgic Look Back and Forward! Yesterday, I had one of those heartwarming moments that make you reflect on life and the lessons we pass on to our children. I found my 9-year-old daughter enjoying counting the £100 she’s saved up from doing various jobs around the house. It instantly took me back to my own childhood and a brilliant initiative by NatWest Bank that left a lasting impression on me. 🐷💷 Some of you (I am 47 yrs old - lol) might remember the NatWest Pigs Savings Scheme from the 1980s. NatWest ran a promotion encouraging UK children to save money by rewarding them with a series of porcelain piggy banks. Each pig represented a milestone in savings, starting with a baby pig, Woody, for saving £5, progressing through Annabel, Maxwell, and Lady Hilary, until you reached £100 and received the final pig, Sir Nathaniel. Collecting the whole pig family was a source of immense pride. 🐽🏆 That initiative wasn’t just about saving money; it taught us about the value of money, the importance of setting and achieving financial goals, and the joy of reaping rewards through hard work and perseverance. These lessons are timeless and incredibly valuable, not just for children, but for adults as well. 📈💪 Seeing my daughter’s determination and sense of accomplishment reminded me of how essential it is to instil these values and discipline early on. 💡💼 Did you collect the Natwest Pigs as a child? What early lessons about working for money do you still carry with you today? #FinancialLiteracy #PPC #AdSuccess #ChildhoodLessons #Ecommerce #BusinessGrowth I'm Dean Maskell 👨🦲 from AdSuccess - The PPC Growth Experts. I specialise in online marketing, Google, Meta, and LinkedIn ads, helping e-commerce & B2B companies in the health & sports, home & furniture, and professional services industries grow online. Connect with me to learn more!

The average American is less than $500 away from a financial crisis. 90% of Uplift’s applicant are single mothers in current crisis due to a lack of basic needs. Direct financial assistance allows them to find safe housing; pay for a vehicle repair so they can get to their job; have the ability to pay for the life-saving medication for their child; or leave their abusive partner. Learn more about the impact Uplift is making at upliftingwomen.org/impact