Financial Literacy Series

Financial Literacy Resources You Can Use Right Now

While The Gatsby Showcase Foundation continues to develop its own workshops and classes, we also want to ensure you have access to trusted, nationally recognized, and completely free resources to begin your financial wellness journey today.

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Introducing Our Financial Literacy Series

Building Wealth, One Lesson at a Time

Financial freedom begins with financial knowledge. We’re proud to launch the Financial Literacy Blog & Workshop Series an empowering initiative designed to help individuals and families take control of their finances, build generational wealth, and achieve long-term stability.

Keys to Homeownership: Budgeting for the American Dream

Keys to Homeownership: Budgeting for the American Dream

Why This Matters Each June, we celebrate National Homeownership Month—a time to recognize the profound impact that owning a home has on individuals, families, and communities. Since its official establishment in 2002 by President George W. Bush, the month has...

Laying the Foundation for Financial Wellness

Laying the Foundation for Financial Wellness

Money Matters: Laying the Foundation for Financial Wellness Theme for May: Basics of Personal Finance Celebrating Financial Literacy Month & Women’s Health Month Why This Matters We often talk about eating right, exercising, and managing stress as part of...

Smart Borrowing: Managing Loans Wisely

Smart Borrowing: Managing Loans Wisely

Smart Borrowing: Managing Student and Personal Loans Wisely Borrowing money can be a powerful tool—but only if used carefully. In this article from our Financial Literacy Series, we’ll explore how to approach student loans, personal loans, and credit wisely to avoid...

Understanding Insurance

Understanding Insurance

Understanding Insurance Protecting What Matters Insurance isn’t just a safety net—it’s a critical part of building and protecting your financial future. In this article from our Financial Literacy Series, we’ll break down the different types of insurance, why they...

Mastering Your Money: Personal Finance Basics

Mastering Your Money: Personal Finance Basics

Mastering Your Money Personal Finance Basics for a Stronger Financial Future Effectively managing your personal finances is essential for long-term stability and true financial independence. By understanding the core principles of budgeting, saving, and spending...

Why This Series Matters

Too many individuals especially in underserved communities lack access to clear, actionable financial education. The result? Unnecessary debt, limited wealth-building opportunities, and barriers to essential goals like home ownership, higher education, and retirement planning.

Our goal is to change that narrative.

Through this series, we aim to:

  • ✅ Demystify personal finance with practical blog posts

  • ✅ Empower readers to make confident money decisions

  • ✅ Educate communities through workshops and interactive classes

  • ✅ Support long-term growth with real-world tools and strategies

What You Can Expect

We understand that building financial literacy takes time and consistency, so we’re taking a high-quality, measured approach. Expect digestible content and sustained community engagement through monthly blog articles covering topics such as:

  • Budgeting & money management

  • Credit scores & debt reduction

  • Investing basics

  • ️ Retirement & savings strategies

  • Entrepreneurship, insurance & estate planning

Coming soon:

  • Live & virtual workshops for individuals and families

  • Interactive classes in schools, churches, and community centers

  • Tailored sessions for small businesses, entrepreneurs, and young professionals

Our Commitment to Impact

We believe that financial literacy is a cornerstone of equity. Everyone—regardless of background—deserves access to tools that unlock economic independence.

Our focus includes:

  • Supporting historically marginalized communities

  • Closing generational wealth gaps

  • Promoting smart entrepreneurship & financial resilience

A Call to Our Supporters & Sponsors

We invite sponsors, donors, and partners to join us in this transformative mission. Your support helps us:

  • Expand workshops and community outreach

  • Develop culturally relevant financial education materials

  • Provide free resources and scholarships to participants

Together, we can shift the financial future of entire communities starting with the power of knowledge.

Financial Literacy Resources You Can Use Right Now

While The Gatsby Showcase Foundation continues to develop its own workshops and classes, we also want to ensure you have access to trusted, nationally recognized, and completely free resources to begin your financial wellness journey today.

Free Online Tools & Courses

Financial Education for Students & Young Adults

  • Next Gen Personal Finance – Free curriculum and engaging activities for middle and high school students.

  • JA Finance Park – Interactive simulations teaching financial responsibility to youth.

  • Smart About Money – Self-paced lessons from the National Endowment for Financial Education.

Community & Family-Based Financial Support


Note: These are independent, third-party resources not affiliated with The Gatsby Showcase Foundation. We share them to help our community take immediate, informed steps toward financial empowerment.

Together, we can Invest in Knowledge. Invest in Futures.

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