Make Your Money Work Budget. Save. Spend Smarter. (In-Person and Virtual)

Free workshop on budgeting, saving, and smarter spending with Chuck Burch—plus 90 days of follow-up support to help you take action.

Join EMPOWER Series on Saturday, April 18, 2026 for an encouraging, practical, and action-focused workshop led by Chuck Burch, Financial Planner and previous EMPOWER Series speaker.This workshop is for anyone who wants to handle money with greater confidence, clarity, and purpose. Whether you are trying to create a workable budget, save more consistently, cut back on financial stress, use credit more wisely, or simply make better everyday money decisions, this session is designed to help you take meaningful next steps.Chuck brings a real-world, relatable approach to personal finance. His message is not about shame, perfection, or complicated financial language. It is about understanding the money habits that help people move forward, avoiding common mistakes, and making practical decisions that strengthen everyday financial life. In his previous EMPOWER Series presentation, he focused on real experiences, budgeting, saving first, tracking spending, and using credit with intention rather than casually.You can expect a workshop that is honest, engaging, and useful — one that meets people where they are and helps them move toward where they want to be.What you’ll gain:

• Practical strategies for budgeting in real life
• Simple ways to start or strengthen your savings habit
• Better awareness of spending decisions and money leaks
• Encouragement to use credit more wisely
• Tools and motivation to build stronger everyday financial habits

At EMPOWER Series, we provide Hope, Inspiration, Education and Connection to Resources to help people achieve their goals, and this workshop is part of that ongoing commitment to helping people thrive in every area of life through practical education and support.Ideas in Action: 90-Day Accountability Follow-Up

Who should attend this workshop?
Anyone who wants to improve their budgeting, saving, spending habits, and everyday financial decision-making.

Your workshop experience does not end on April 18. Each participant will be invited into our 90-Day Ideas in Action Accountability Follow-Up to help turn inspiration into implementation.This follow-up may include:

• 3 monthly group accountability calls designed to help participants stay focused and moving forward
• Support around budgeting, saving, debt reduction, and better money habits
• A chance to reflect on progress, ask questions, and stay encouraged
• Possible 1:1 meetings with EMPOWER Series staff for selected participants who want added support and accountability

Possible follow-up call themes:

• Month 1: Build Your Plan — create your budget, identify spending leaks, and set clear financial goals
• Month 2: Strengthen Your Habits — save more consistently, spend with intention, and stay disciplined
• Month 3: Keep the Momentum — track progress, adjust where needed, and build long-term confidence

Reserve your spot today and take a practical step toward making your money work better for your life.