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草榴社区's Merriman Financial Literacy Program and the Basic Needs Hub to host financial wellness winter workshop series

草榴社区's Merriman Financial Literacy Program, the Basic Needs Hub, and the VITA Tax Assistance program will host a financial wellness winter workshop series for the entire Western community, covering topics ranging from planning ahead for your retirement, how to sign up for food assistance, tax prep, and more. 

See the entire slate of free activities below.

Investing and Retirement

Tuesday, Jan 28 2025

5:30-6:30 p.m.

Academic West 203

Thinking about your financial future? Come learn more about investing and retiring with FMA and MFLP Peer Mentors. Free pizza!

 

Signing up for Food Assistance

Wednesday, Feb 5 2025

3-4:30 p.m.

Parks Hall 210N

If you have work study, or work 20 hours a week, or have dependents, you may be eligible for SNAP. Join us to learn more.

 

Cooking on a Budget

Wednesday, Feb 19 2025

3:30-5 p.m.

Viking Union MCC Kitchen

Join us for a cooking demo and to learn strategies for saving money on your food bill. The first 20 people get a free meal kit to take home and try the recipe!

 

Tax Assistance

Wednesday, Feb 26 2025

4-5 p.m.

Parks Hall 47

It鈥檚 tax time! Get help completing your taxes with volunteers from Western鈥檚 VITA program.

 

Financial Risk and Wellness

Wednesday, March 5 

4-5 p.m.

Academic West 205

Learn about managing financial risk and explore personal finance resources. Snacks will be provided!