HOUSTON MONEY WEEK 2O23

… will be held Saturday, April 15 – Saturday, April 22. This week-long free virtual campaign aims to help people better manage their personal finances with a focus on “Protecting Your Money and Protecting Your Family” as we all come out of the COVID era.

Houston, Texas

Words From Our Partners…

Houston Money Week’s work is mission-driven, focusing on making an impact and working tirelessly to coordinate everyone’s efforts. It’s such a powerful experience to sit on a team of dedicated individuals that are so passionate. Houston is truly a collaborative city!”

Rushka Tcholakova, United Way THRIVE

Houston Money Week is more than an event or a campaign; it is a trajectory-changing movement for so many people in the greater Houston area. Non-profit organizations, companies, and community leaders come together with one mission in mind. I’ve watched this initiative grow each year. The level of engagement is truly remarkable and we learn so much from each other and our community in the process.

Jennifer Guzman, Texas Capital Bank

I believe a solid financial education is the foundation of opportunity. People who master an understanding of good money management skills—and who commit to practicing those good habits—are building their own financial security and creating opportunities for themselves and the people important to them.”

Veronica Martinez, Whitney Bank

Collective Effort

Our Collaboraters

Businesses

Schools

Libraries

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Community Wide Initiative

Through the collaboration and coordinated effort of organizations across Houston and surrounding areas – including businesses, financial institutions, schools, libraries, nonprofits, government agencies and the media – individuals of all ages will have access to financial resources and ongoing opportunities.

Topics We Cover

Houston Money Week’s partner organizations come together each year to emphasize the importance of financial education, inform consumers where they can get help, and provide free educational seminars and activities.

Programming is offered to all demographics and income levels. Workshops, seminars, and special events cover all facets of personal finance on such topics as:

Establishing a budget
Credit reports
Credit score awareness
Understanding net worth
Investing

What’s happening in HMW?

Tweets by HoustonMoneyWk

“Don’t tell me where your priorities are. Show me where you spend your money and I’ll tell you what they are.” – James W. Frick >>> * Houston Money Week * April 15 - 22, 2023 * #helpingHouston #community #hmw2023 #houstonmoneyweek #financialliteracy https://www.houstonmoneyweek.org/

With so much going on with our economy, tell us how you are saving money!!! Houston Money Week - April 15 to April 22. Visit HoustonMoneyWeek. OrgOrg

Enter our 2023 Essay contest!!! (https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HMWEssay2023) Essay Prompt: Your family faces a medical emergency. Due to this situation, you or your parent/guardian cannot work temporarily. Your family has little savings and must find ways to adjust spending. Given these changed circumstances… 1. How could your family adjust spending? 2. What action might you take to…

If you know a Middle Schooler, High Schooler, or Adult Education Learner that lives in the Houston area, this is a great essay contest for them to participate in for monetary prizes or a Chromebook. The Houston Money Week 2023 Essay Contest is open until March 31, 2023. Please visit https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HMWEssay2023 for more details. If…

Social Security touches the lives of every American and is a vital part of any financial plan. Securing today and tomorrow starts with being informed. In this session with the Social Security Administration: Learn the entitlement factors for retirement, spouse, ex-spouse, and survivor benefits. Gain an understanding of the options to start benefits at various…

Are you thinking about buying a new home or refinancing a current home? Are you unsure how to find a reputable lender and low-risk loan? In this session, North West Housing Partnership will: Outline the home buying (or refinancing) process, including lending considerations. Explain predatory lending. Cover common characteristics of housing discrimination and predatory lending.…

Is your credit keeping you from the home, car, or job of your choice? In this session, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) will: Explain what a credit score is and how it changes. Introduce key steps you can take to boost your credit score. Leave the session with tools to help you monitor and…

Do you find that you are overspending on food and groceries? Or, do you want to adjust your food budget to cover other necessary bills? In this session, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach will: Assess recommended guidelines for spending on groceries. Walk through user-friendly tools to help you make informed decisions on grocery purchases.…

Going out to eat is nice, but can add up fast. Rediscover your slow cooker or prep meals for the week with your Instant Pot! >>> * Houston Money Week * April 9 - April 16, 2022 * #HoustonMoneyWeek #HMW2022 #MakeSaveSpendWisely #personalfiance #finlit #HighSchoolEssay https://www.houstonmoneyweek.org/

Live like a student now, or live like a student later. -- Andrew H Harvey Garrett College

Get rid of all the things you no longer want or need and sell it on apps like OfferUp. You can use your smartphone to easily snap a pic, post a description, and sell your items. Use that extra money to pay down debt or increase your savings. >>> * Houston Money Week * April…

Don't let money rule you, fool you or change you. Manage your #money, do not let it manage or control you. >>> * Houston Money Week * April 9 - April 16, 2022 * #HoustonMoneyWeek #HMW2022 #MakeSaveSpendWisely #personalfiance #finlit #Annuity https://www.houstonmoneyweek.org/

Do something today that your future self will thank you for! Remember little steps lead to big wins! >>> * Houston Money Week * April 9 - April 16, 2022 * #HoustonMoneyWeek #HMW2022 #MakeSaveSpendWisely #personalfiance #finlit #Assets https://www.houstonmoneyweek.org/

Did you know that simply writing down your goals makes you more likely to actually achieve them? >>> * Houston Money Week * April 9 - April 16, 2022 * #HoustonMoneyWeek #HMW2022 #MakeSaveSpendWisely #personalfiance #finlit #HoustonEssayContest https://www.houstonmoneyweek.org/

Did you know that over one-third of Americans have less than $10,000 saved for retirement? >>> * Houston Money Week * April 9 - April 16, 2022 * #HoustonMoneyWeek #HMW2022 #MakeSaveSpendWisely #personalfiance #finlit #ScholarshipContest https://www.houstonmoneyweek.org/

Are You Ready to Make a Difference?

Let our team know how we can partner with your organization to make a difference in the lives of our fellow Houstonians. Please use the form below to send us an email.