Resources

Empowering Communities Through Knowledge & Access

At The Gatsby Showcase Foundation, we believe education is the foundation of equity. Through our Resources page, we offer community-centered tools and opportunities designed to inform, inspire, and uplift.

This is your destination where ongoing learning meets real-world impact featuring blogs, webinars, workshops, and targeted initiatives aimed at closing gaps in: Healthcare access, Financial literacy, Socioeconomic opportunity

Budgeting for What Matters: Navigating Healthcare Costs and Insurance Choices

Budgeting for What Matters: Navigating Healthcare Costs and Insurance Choices Theme for October: Wellness, Preparedness, and Financial Protection Why This Matters Healthcare is not optional but it can feel unaffordable. From doctor visits and prescriptions to hospital...

Aligning Your Finances With Your Values

Smart Giving: Financial Literacy Through the Lens of Philanthropy and Service Aligning Your Finances With Your Values Why This Matters September invites reflection.As the seasons shift and the year begins its final quarter, many of us turn our thoughts toward...

Protecting Your Peace: Mental Health and Financial Wellness

August Theme: How Money Stress Impacts Mental Health—and What You Can Do About It Why This Matters Money isn’t just about dollars and cents—it’s deeply emotional.It shapes where we live, how we eat, whether we can access healthcare, and even whether we can afford...

Financial Freedom: What It Really Means and How to Achieve It

Why This Matters As we celebrate Independence Day this July, it’s the perfect time to reflect on another kind of freedom—financial freedom. This kind of freedom isn’t just about how much money you have. It’s about having control over your life—the ability to make...

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

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 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 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 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...

Managing your Credit Scores, Debt, and Credit Cards

Understanding Credit Master Your Credit Score, Debt, and Credit Cards for a Healthier Financial Future Credit plays a pivotal role in your financial well-being. From loan approvals to mortgage rates—even job and rental opportunities—your credit history impacts more...

Financial Literacy Series

Money is a tool and we’re helping people learn how to use it. Our monthly financial literacy blog series breaks down budgeting, investing, saving,
credit, and more. As we expand, we’ll introduce workshops and virtual classes for:

  • Families building generational wealth
  • Small business owners and entrepreneurs
  • Students and young professionals

Coming Soon: On-site community workshops and coaching programs.

Explore the Financial Literacy Series

Hope in Every Step: Advancing Breast Cancer Awareness and Equity

Hope in Every Step: Advancing Breast Cancer Awareness and Equity Why This Matters Every October, pink ribbons line our streets, events are held across the country, and conversations about breast cancer take center stage. But beneath the color and campaigns lies a...

Budgeting for What Matters: Navigating Healthcare Costs and Insurance Choices

Budgeting for What Matters: Navigating Healthcare Costs and Insurance Choices Theme for October: Wellness, Preparedness, and Financial Protection Why This Matters Healthcare is not optional but it can feel unaffordable. From doctor visits and prescriptions to hospital...

Breaking the Silence: Advancing Mental Health Equity for All

Why It Matters Mental health is just as vital as physical health—but for too long, it’s been pushed to the margins.In August, we shine a spotlight on mental well-being, stigma reduction, and equitable access to care. 1 in 5 adults and 1 in 6 youth in the U.S. live...

From Toddlers to Trailblazers: Supporting Healthy Development in Early Childhood

Every Step Counts From that first babble to the first day of preschool, early childhood is full of magical moments—but it's also a time of critical brain and social development. The first five years of life lay the foundation for lifelong success.What happens during...

Early Childhood Education

Start Strong: Why Early Childhood Education Shapes Lifelong Success The first five years of life are more than just play—they’re the foundation for everything that follows. From brain development to school readiness, early childhood education (ECE) is one of the most...

Strong Inside Out: Prioritizing Men’s Health This June

Why It Matters June is National Men’s Health Month—a time to spotlight the health and well-being of men and boys across all ages. But it’s not just about awareness—it’s a call to action. Strength isn’t just physical. It’s emotional, mental, and preventive. This month...

Empowered to Thrive: Celebrating Women’s Health Month

Empowered to Thrive: Celebrating Women’s Health Month Honoring Strength, Prioritizing Care, and Promoting Wellness Why Women’s Health Deserves Focus May is National Women’s Health Month—a time to honor women’s resilience and bring attention to the importance of...

Skin Cancer Awareness Month

Skin Cancer Awareness Month: Protect Your Skin, Protect Your Health May Is the Time to Educate, Prevent, and Empower Why This Matters May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month—and it’s the perfect opportunity to protect yourself and those you love. Skin cancer is the most...

April is Testicular Cancer Awareness Month

April is Testicular Cancer Awareness Month Know the Facts. Protect Your Health. Testicular cancer may be rare, but it is the most common cancer among young men aged 15–35. The good news? It’s also highly treatable and often curable, especially when detected early....

March Focus: Sleep Health and Why It Matters

March Focus: Sleep Health and Why It Matters Because Quality Sleep Is Essential to a Healthy Life As we observe National Sleep Awareness Week (March 10–16), it’s the perfect time to spotlight the often-overlooked yet critical role of sleep in our overall health. Sleep...

Health Blog & Webinars

Knowledge is power when it comes to your health. Our health blog and webinar series delivers practical, timely insights aligned with national health observances. From diabetes and sleep health to mental wellness and preventive care, we connect you with:
  •  Monthly expert-led blogs
  •  DMV and national resources
  •  Culturally relevant health guidance

Explore the Health Series

Legacy Over Loans: Building Generational Wealth Through Education & Entrepreneurship

Legacy Over Loans: Building Generational Wealth Through Education & Entrepreneurship Part of the Scholarships & Economic Empowerment Series A New Vision for Wealth and Education What if college wasn’t just a stepping stone to a job—but a launchpad to build...

From Toddlers to Trailblazers: Supporting Healthy Development in Early Childhood

Every Step Counts From that first babble to the first day of preschool, early childhood is full of magical moments—but it's also a time of critical brain and social development. The first five years of life lay the foundation for lifelong success.What happens during...

Pitch Like a Pro: How to Win Microgrants and Present Your Business with Confidence

You May Have the Perfect Idea... But if you can’t explain it clearly, powerfully, and with purpose—you could be missing out on the funding, support, and visibility that could take you to the next level. At The Gatsby Showcase Foundation, we know that the ability to...

From Passion to Profit: How to Turn Your Idea Into a Sustainable Business

From Passion to Profit: How to Turn Your Idea Into a Sustainable BusinessPart of the Scholarships & Economic Empowerment Series What if your side hustle could become your main hustle?What if that skill, craft, or idea you’ve always loved… could fund your future?...

Beyond FAFSA: Smart Planning to Minimize Student Debt Before, During, and After College

Beyond FAFSA: Smart Planning to Minimize Student Debt Before, During, and After College Part of the Scholarships & Economic Empowerment Series Why This Matters Each year, June 30 marks the final deadline to submit your FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student...

Mentorship & Entrepreneurial Growth0

Mentorship & Entrepreneurial Growth: Unlocking the Power of Guided Support Presented by The Gatsby Showcase Foundation At The Gatsby Showcase Foundation, we believe talent is universal—but access is not. That’s why mentorship is the cornerstone of our mission to...

Navigating FAFSA and Pell Grants

Navigating FAFSA and Pell Grants: A Beginner’s Guide to College Financial Aid For many students, understanding the college financial aid system can feel overwhelming. But don’t worry—we’ve got you. In this guide from our Scholarships & Economic Empowerment Series,...

Business Microgrants 101

Business Microgrants 101: Funding for Emerging Entrepreneurs Starting a business can be exciting—but it’s also expensive. That’s where microgrants come in.If you’re launching a venture or side hustle and need a financial boost to get off the ground, this guide from...

College Budgeting for First-Time Students

College Budgeting for First-Time Students: Smart Starts for Financial Success College is a major life transition—and for many students, it’s the first time managing money independently.In this final installment of our Scholarships & Economic Empowerment Series,...

How to Write a Scholarship Essay That Gets Noticed

How to Write a Scholarship Essay That Gets Noticed A compelling scholarship essay can turn an ordinary application into a winning one. It’s your opportunity to show funders who you are, what drives you, and why you deserve support.This guide, part of our Scholarships...

Scholarships & Economic Empowerment

We’re committed to removing barriers to opportunity. Our scholarship program and
economic empowerment efforts are designed to:

  • Support aspiring students and entrepreneurs
  • Provide tools for business growth
  • Promote equity through investment in people

Details on eligibility and application timelines coming soon.

Learn More About Economic Empowerment

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