The Babson Financial Literacy Project (BFLP) is a not-for-profit initiative designed to help young adults acquire the necessary financial knowledge and skills for long-term independence and prosperity. An important part of our mission is to fill the financial literacy gap for underserved populations.

GCC CARES partners with the Babson Financial Literacy Project, as well as the Associated Students of Glendale Community College to offer these events to students. In addition to gaining valuable financial skills, participants will have the opportunity to enter a raffle for gift cards valued at up to $100 at each event.

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UPCOMING EVENTS:

Workshop Descriptions:

Tips and Tricks for Managing Your Credit: Credit cards can offer many benefits but also create stress. This workshop will help you learn to manage your credit cards and avoid fees and traps. You will also learn about credit reports and scores and the steps you can take to improve your financial standing.

Managing Your Money to Build Your Best Life: Want to take control of your money but aren't sure where to start? Join us to learn how to build a budget, manage your spending, and save for the future. 

Building a Financial Plan for College: Attending college can be very expensive, so you want to be prepared. Learn how to build a financial plan to help you manage your money, reduce stress, and have a little fun!

Becoming Bank Savvy: Choosing a bank and bank account can be easy if you understand your choices. What are the differences between checking and saving accounts? Money market accounts? Certificates of deposit? This workshop will help you choose a bank and accounts that are right for you.

Understanding Your Paycheck: Do you wonder how taxes, health insurance, and retirement savings affect your take-home pay or how your status as self-employed or an employee impacts your earnings? This workshop will help you understand paycheck deductions and the financial implications of your job options.

Preparing for the Unexpected: Life as an independent adult requires some careful planning. How can you be ready for the challenges ahead? This workshop will help you organize your financial and legal matters and safeguard your financial accounts and possessions.

Making Student Loans Work for You: Student loans can help you invest in your future but can be a source of financial stress. This debt can linger for years if not properly managed. Understand how student loans can work for you and how to avoid some of the most common pitfalls.

Making the Most of Your Workplace Benefits: Many employees don't take advantage of the benefits that their employer offers. Join us to understand how to choose a health insurance plan, a retirement plan, and investments for retirement.

Getting Started with Investing: Do you want to begin investing but don't know where to start? This fun and interactive workshop will help you learn about stocks, bonds, mutual funds, and ETFs and how to choose investments that make sense for you.

Buying vs. Leasing a Car: Are you ready to get a car but don't know where to start? Join us to learn how to get the best deal on a car and the pros and cons of borrowing vs. leasing.

Buying a Home: Are you dreaming of owning a home but not sure where to start? Learn about mortgage pre-approvals, the costs of closing on a house, down payments, and how mortgages work. Make buying a home your reality.

More Questions?

If you have questions about the financial literacy events, please email finlit@glendale.edu