Free Financial Classes - Event Details
Free Financial Class - Financial Product and Services

Free

Occurs: Monday, February 02 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM 2026-02-02T16:00:00Z

Galter Life Center 5157 N. Francisco Avenue, Community Wellness Center
Galter Life Center 5157 N. Francisco Avenue, Community Wellness Center

Phone: 773-878-6888, Say: Register for community class

Choosing What’s Right for You this workshop explores common financial products and services—such as checking and savings accounts, credit cards, loans, and insurance—and how to choose options that fit your unique needs and goals. Participants will learn what to look for, how to compare fees and features, and how to avoid products that may create financial strain. The session is designed to build confidence in making informed financial decisions. Virtual and in person options available. For virtual option, you will receive a login just before class begins.

Class starts promptly, if you arrive 15 minutes after class begins, no late entries will be admitted.  Thank you.

Free Financial Class - Understanding Your Earnings Tools

Free

Occurs: Monday, February 09 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM 2026-02-09T20:00:00Z

Galter Life Center 5157 N. Francisco Avenue, Community Wellness Center
Galter Life Center 5157 N. Francisco Avenue, Community Wellness Center

Phone: 773-878-6888, Say: Register for community class

Tools for Tracking Income and Benefits this workshop helps participants better understand where their money comes from and how to track it with confidence. We’ll review common types of income and public benefits, discuss how earnings can change month to month, and introduce simple tools to help track income, benefits, and paystubs. Participants will leave with practical strategies to stay organized, plan ahead, and make informed financial decisions.  Virtual and in person options available. For virtual option, you will receive a login just before class begins.

Class starts promptly, if you arrive 15 minutes after class begins, no late entries will be admitted.  Thank you.

Free Financial Class - Know Your Rights, Grow Your Wealth

Free

Occurs: Monday, February 23 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM 2026-02-23T20:00:00Z

Galter Life Center 5157 N. Francisco Avenue, Community Wellness Center
Galter Life Center 5157 N. Francisco Avenue, Community Wellness Center

Phone: 773-878-6888, Say: Register for community class

Fair Housing Meets Financial workshop empowers participants with essential knowledge of fair housing laws while equipping them with practical tools for financial stability and wealth-building. Learn how to protect your housing rights, avoid discrimination, and make informed financial decisions that support long-term success. Fitness:  Workshop that empowers participants with essential knowledge of fair housing laws while equipping them with practical tools for financial stability and wealth-building. Learn how to protect your housing rights, avoid discrimination, and make informed financial decisions that support long-term success.  For virtual option, you will receive a login just before class begins.

Class starts promptly, if you arrive 15 minutes after class begins, no late entries will be admitted.  Thank you.

Free Financial Class - Rent Ready, Money Ready

Free

Occurs: Monday, March 02 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM 2026-03-02T16:00:00Z

Galter Life Center 5157 N. Francisco Avenue, Community Wellness Center
Galter Life Center 5157 N. Francisco Avenue, Community Wellness Center

Phone: 773-878-6888, Say, Register for community class

Rent Ready, Money Ready: Financial Planning for Stable Housing Get financially prepared to secure and maintain housing with this practical workshop. Learn how to budget for rent, save for move-in costs, improve your credit, and build the financial habits needed for long-term housing stability.  For virtual option, you will receive a login just before class begins.

Class starts promptly, if you arrive 15 minutes after class begins, no late entries will be admitted.  Thank you.

Free Financial Class - Who's Watching Your Wallet?

Free

Occurs: Monday, March 09 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM 2026-03-09T19:00:00Z

Galter Life Center 5157 N. Francisco Avenue, Community Wellness Center
Galter Life Center 5157 N. Francisco Avenue, Community Wellness Center

Phone: 773-878-6888, Say: Register for community class

Who’s Watching Your Wallet? Protect Your Identity & Wealth this workshop explores how to safeguard your personal information, detect fraud, and take action against identity theft. Learn practical tips to protect your credit, secure your finances, and keep your hard-earned wealth safe from scammers and cyber threats.  For virtual option, you will receive a login just before class begins.

Class starts promptly, if you arrive 15 minutes after class begins, no late entries will be admitted.  Thank you.

Free Financial Class - Swipe Smart

Free

Occurs: Monday, March 16 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM 2026-03-16T15:00:00Z

Galter Life Center 5157 N. Francisco Avenue, Community Wellness Center
Galter Life Center 5157 N. Francisco Avenue, Community Wellness Center

Phone: 773-878-6888, Say, Register for community class

Swipe Smart - take control of your credit card use and make it work for you, not against you. In this workshop, you'll learn how credit cards work, the pros and cons of using them, how to avoid common pitfalls, and strategies to build or improve your credit. Perfect for anyone looking to swipe smarter and manage credit with confidence.  For virtual option, you will receive a login just before class begins.

Class starts promptly, if you arrive 15 minutes after class begins, no late entries will be admitted.  Thank you.

Free Financial Class - Saving for Emergencies

Free

Occurs: Monday, March 23 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM 2026-03-23T19:00:00Z

Galter Life Center 5157 N. Francisco Avenue, Community Wellness Center
Galter Life Center 5157 N. Francisco Avenue, Community Wellness Center

Phone: 773-878-6888, Say: Register for community class

This workshop focuses on the importance of emergency savings and how to get started, even with limited income. Participants will learn how to set realistic savings goals, find money to save, and use simple tools to build and maintain an emergency fund.  For virtual option, you will receive a login just before class begins.

Class starts promptly, if you arrive 15 minutes after class begins, no late entries will be admitted.  Thank you.

Free Financial Class - Budgeting

Free

Occurs: Monday, March 30 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM 2026-03-30T15:00:00Z

Galter Life Center 5157 N. Francisco Avenue, Community Wellness Center
Galter Life Center 5157 N. Francisco Avenue, Community Wellness Center

Phone: 773-878-6888, Say: Register for community class

Align Your Spending with Your Dreams this workshop helps participants connect their spending habits to their personal goals. We’ll review budgeting basics, identify priorities, and share practical tools to create a flexible budget that supports both everyday needs and future dreams. For virtual option, you will receive a login just before class begins.

Class starts promptly, if you arrive 15 minutes after class begins, no late entries will be admitted.  Thank you.

Learn to evaluate income, benefits, paystubs and budgeting essentials to manage your finances effectively.

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