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.
Free Financial Class - Plan. Save. Succeed.
Free
Occurs: Monday, April 06 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
2026-04-06T15:00:00Z
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
Plan. Save. Succeed: Mastering SMART Financial Goals, participants will learn how to set realistic and meaningful financial goals using the SMART framework (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound). Together, we’ll break down big financial dreams—like building savings, paying down debt, or preparing for homeownership—into manageable steps that fit your real life and income. 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
Free
Occurs: Monday, April 13 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
2026-04-13T19:00:00Z
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
Understanding Your Earnings Tools for Tracking Income and Benefits this workshop helps participants clearly understand where their money comes from and how to track it with confidence. Attendees will learn how to identify different types of income (hourly, salaried, gig, self-employment), read pay stubs, and understand deductions such as taxes and benefits. We’ll also explore public benefits and workplace benefits—what counts as income, how benefits interact with earnings, and how changes in income can affect eligibility. Participants will leave with practical tools and simple tracking methods to monitor income, plan ahead, and make informed financial decisions that support stability and long-term goals. 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 - Pay Your Bills
Free
Occurs: Monday, April 20 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
2026-04-20T15:00:00Z
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
Pay Your Bills in this workshop, you will learn to organize, track, and prioritize your bills and expenses. You’ll learn simple systems to keep due dates in one place, avoid late fees, and make sure your essential expenses are covered first. We’ll also talk through strategies for managing irregular income, setting up payment plans if needed, and creating a monthly routine that helps you stay on track and reduce financial stress. 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 - Getting Through the Month
Free
Occurs: Monday, April 27 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
2026-04-27T19:00:00Z
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
Struggling to stretch your paycheck? Join this workshop to learn simple budgeting strategies, spending tips, and planning tools to help you cover essentials, reduce stress, and feel more in control of your money. 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.