Overview
FREE FINANCIAL FITNESS: Get paid to save, fix your finances, and prepare for homeownership in this 4-week program.
Are you ready to take control of your money, build real savings, and create a path to homeownership?
Join us for Stack Money. Match Savings. Build Wealth, a powerful financial fitness program designed to help you transform your relationship with money—step by step.
This is more than a workshop. It’s a 4-week financial coaching experience where you’ll learn how to budget, save, build credit, and qualify for programs that can help you become a homeowner.
What You’ll Gain
- Learn how to budget and manage your money
- Build consistent savings—even if you’re starting small
- Get access to 4:1 matched savings (free money!) through IDA programs
- Improve your credit and reduce debt
- Receive monthly 1:1 financial coaching
- Prepare for homeownership and down payment assistance programs
- Graduate with a savings stipend + financial plan
Savings Opportunity
Participants will have the opportunity to:
- Open a savings account with Red River Bank
- Enroll in the United Way IDA Matched Savings Program
- Receive additional savings stipends upon completion
Family Friendly
- Hot meals provided
- Children welcome with supervised financial activities
Who Should Attend
- Individuals looking to improve their finances
- First-time homebuyers
- Credit-challenged or low savings households
- Anyone ready to build wealth and financial stability
Graduation Incentives
Participants who complete the program will receive:
- Savings stipend
- Matched savings funds
- Certificate of completion
Good to know
Highlights
- 2 hours
- ages 18+
- In person
- Free parking
Location
AARP
3502 South Carrollton Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70118
How do you want to get there?

Agenda
Week 1: Money Habitudes and Banking
Week 2: Budgeting and Saving
Week 3: Credit and Debt Solutions
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