Explore our financial resources—or join a live webinar. Alternatives offers free webinars led by our Financial Education Team, and other webinars from our nonprofit partner, BALANCE. Also, check out more free resources and tools from BALANCE below.
Live Webinars
Upcoming virtual webinar led by our Financial Education Team (two options, recording will be available)
Your relationship with money didn’t start with your first paycheck. It started long before that — in the messages you heard (or didn’t hear) growing up, in what your family did or didn’t talk about, in the moments that shaped how you see money today.
Those early lessons stick. And sometimes, they quietly drive decisions that no longer fit who you are or what you want.
This free, 90-minute session is a chance to look at where your money beliefs came from — and decide which ones to keep.
You’ll explore:
- How childhood experiences and cultural messages shape money habits
- Why patterns like avoidance, stress spending, or over-saving develop
- How to recognize your own money beliefs in everyday choices
- Practical ways to make financial decisions that reflect your values now
No judgment. No jargon. Just an honest, supportive conversation about money and what it means to you.
Your Money Values & Influences
Saturday, May 30 • 10:30 AM–12:00 PM • Microsoft Teams (Virtual)
Your Money Values & Influences
Monday, June 1 • 5:30 PM–7:00 PM • Microsoft Teams (Virtual)
BALANCE monthly webinar
Our nonprofit partner, BALANCE, offers free interactive webinars on budgeting, credit, homebuying, and more.
More free resources from BALANCE
Access financial education and resources to help with your financial matters. BALANCE can also assist with confidential, no-cost financial coaching services to help you develop a sensible budget managing spending and debt as well as provide a free credit report review.
Here are a few specific topics to get you started….
Get your financial health score in two minutes.
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America Saves Week
Five days of tips, tools, and resources to help you build stronger saving habits — one day at a time.
Day 1 – Saving Automatically
Learn how to set up automatic transfers so saving happens before you even think about spending. Small, consistent contributions add up fast.
Day 2 – Saving for the Unexpected
An emergency fund is your financial safety net. Discover how much you should aim to save and the best place to keep it.
Day 3 – Saving for Major Milestones
Whether it’s a home, a car, or higher education, big goals require a plan. Find out how to break them down into manageable steps.
Day 4 – Paying Down Debt
Debt can be a barrier to saving. Explore strategies like the avalanche and snowball methods to pay down what you owe and free up more to save.
Day 5 – Saving at Any Age
It’s never too early — or too late — to start saving. Get age-specific guidance on how to make the most of where you are right now.