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03/17/2026

03/17/2026

April is Financial Literacy Month – and we’re here to help you get involved.

The NFEC provides complimentary resources, tools, and promotional materials to support your financial education efforts in schools, workplaces, and communities.

Whether you’re an educator, organization, or advocate, we make it easy to participate and create impact.

Access free resources and join the movement:
https://www.financialeducatorscouncil.org/financial-literacy-month/

03/16/2026

We are looking to collaborate with other like-minded nonprofit organizations who assist young people ages 12-19.

We serve financial literacy. What's your mission? Let's connect!

03/16/2026

The Roth IRA contribution limit is $7,000 for 2025

That’s about $20 a day. If you invest $20 a day into the S&P 500 for 30 years, you'll only have invested $210,000 of your own money.

But at retirement, you could have $1,300,000 tax-free. Compound interest is incredible!

03/13/2026

An essential resource for caregivers.

03/13/2026

We ❤️ Lexington County Library

Looking forward to our collaboration this fall. STAY TUNED! BIG things happening 🎈

Let’s help these youth learn financial literacy and be great ✨️

03/09/2026

The Next Step Education team is happy to announce that the Class of 2026 scholarship application is open. Students must complete the scholarship in its entirety by the March 15, 2026 deadline. Apply: www.nextstepeducation.org

03/09/2026

Escaping poverty and building financial stability rarely happens through luck or a single opportunity. It usually happens through years of intentional decisions, discipline, and financial awareness. By the time someone reaches their mid-40s, the habits they formed earlier often determine whether they continue struggling financially or start enjoying stability and freedom.
The earlier you build strong financial systems in your life, the easier it becomes to create wealth.

1. BUILD A POWERFUL FINANCIAL MINDSET

Before money grows in your bank account, it must grow in your mind. Many people remain stuck financially not because they lack opportunity, but because they have been conditioned to think that wealth is impossible for them.

A powerful financial mindset means:👇

•Believing your financial situation can improve.

•Understanding that money is a tool, not just something to spend.

•Thinking long-term rather than focusing only on immediate pleasure.

•People who escape poverty usually develop a growth mindset about money. They begin asking questions such as:👇

•How can I increase my income?

•How can I make my money grow?

•What skills will make me more valuable?

•Your mindset determines your financial direction.

•When you start thinking strategically about money, your decisions begin to change.

02/22/2026

🗣️ ATTN: Parents, caregivers, grandparents in South Carolina!

We are accepting applications for our S.C. Parent Advisory Council—a group of parents from across the state helping shape prevention programs, guide initiatives, and strengthen child and family well-being.

🗓️ Applications close on Friday, March 6. Learn more at bit.ly/3ZsU9aJ!

Don’t miss your chance to join this incredible community of parent leaders and make an impact in our state 🩵

02/22/2026

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Teens, want to reach your financial goals? Do future you a favor and learn all about good money habits. See how smart money management can really pay off.

12/15/2025