The content of the program is flexible to work with YOUR organization. There are six PowerPoints that correlate to the Money & ME Workbook.
- One Day – 6 hours (lunch break not included in time)
- Two days – 3 sessions
- Three days – 2 sessions
- Six days – 1 hour sessions
- OR a combination! Some organizations do a two hour “orientation” on a weekday evening followed by a four hour Saturday “workshop.”
SECTION 1: REALITY CHECK
- Income & Spending Worksheet
- Savings
- Needs or Wants
- How much do you spend a year?
SECTION 2: RESPONSIBILITY
- Things to do
- Plan Ahead
- Saver or Spender
- Health or Unhealthy Habits
SECTION 3: SMART SHOPPING
- Household Tips
- Health tips
- Cleaning Recipes
- Meals for the Week
- Feelings Affect Spending
SECTION 4: BUDGET
- Income & Bills Calendar
- Monthly Budget
- Cash Envelope System
- Spending Record by Category
SECTION 5: MONEY OWED PLAN
- Payment Plan
- Boundaries
- Extra Money Plan
SECTION 6: TAKE CONTROL
- I Can Change!
- Free or low cost Fun Activities
- Other ways to be Successful
SECTION 7: Words of Wisdom (Inspirational quotes or scripture depending upon version.)
SECTION 8: INFORMATION
- Resources
- Follow up (to be done with a mentor if available)
- Survey: To be done at the end of the Workshop