The Gastonia Goodwill Career Center is partnering with Truist Bank to present the Bank on your Success: Financial Literacy Workshop series.
The May workshop focuses on budgeting in a crisis. Join us for a time of learning and growth as we embark on a path to financial wellbeing!
- Date: May 1, 2025
- Time: 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
- Where: Gastonia Career & Employment Center
Reserve your spot here.
ABOUT THE COURSE:
Goodwill and Common Wealth Charlotte have partnered together to offer a free Financial Basics class to the community. If you have questions about budgeting, setting financial goals, credit, and investing, this may be the class for you! Financial Basics is offered over the course of three days, and class meets one hour per day.
Day 1: Financial Empowerment
This is CWC’s signature and foundational workshop! In this power-packed session, you will learn how habits and behaviors impact financial success. You will also learn how your pay cycle determines how you should prioritize your monthly bills, the importance of creating and maintaining a conscious spending plan, the importance of saving, methods to build an emergency fund and save for future goals, the basics of credit and credit scores, and how to manage debt responsibly and avoid predatory credit products.
Day 2: Financial Goa Setting – Building a Path to Financial Freedom
Unlock your potential and take control of your financial future with this comprehensive workshop, designed for individuals eager to set and achieve their financial goals. This engaging and interactive session will guide you through the essential steps of making written and clear S.M.A.R.T.(E.R.) goals. Setting goals is one thing, but evaluating and reviewing them regularly to ensure you make informed decisions and stay on track is another. Your future self will thank you for taking charge of your financial destiny!
Day 3: Homebuying
It’s one of the largest assets most people will ever purchase, and not one to take lightly. Learn what it takes to be a homeowner, from the steps to qualify and what lenders look for, to an overview of mortgage programs and how to maximize this great asset to create generational wealth.
HOW TO APPLY:
If you’re interested in applying to attend our Financial Basics Workshop, please fill out this interest form or visit one of our Career Centers to meet with a Goodwill team member. Our Career Centers are open Monday – Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. No appointment necessary.
ABOUT THE COURSE:
Goodwill and Common Wealth Charlotte have partnered together to offer a free Financial Basics class to the community. If you have questions about budgeting, setting financial goals, credit, and investing, this may be the class for you! Financial Basics is offered over the course of three days, and class meets one hour per day.
Day 1: Financial Empowerment
This is CWC’s signature and foundational workshop! In this power-packed session, you will learn how habits and behaviors impact financial success. You will also learn how your pay cycle determines how you should prioritize your monthly bills, the importance of creating and maintaining a conscious spending plan, the importance of saving, methods to build an emergency fund and save for future goals, the basics of credit and credit scores, and how to manage debt responsibly and avoid predatory credit products.
Day 2: Mastering Advanced Credit Strategies
Are you ready to elevate your understanding of credit? This workshop is perfect for individuals with a basic understanding of credit who are looking to deepen their knowledge. During this dynamic one-hour session, you will learn how to optimize credit utilization for your benefit, discover the hidden factors affecting your credit score, and learn how to maximize your credit score for lower interest rates and better financial opportunities. Take control of your financial future by mastering the credit game.
Day 3: Buying Your Car With Confidence
Too many people pay too much for a car. You’ll learn how to be an informed consumer the next time you walk onto the lot. You’ll learn how to create a conscious spending plan, how to get credit-ready, options for borrowing and who the enemies are in the process – all part of this money-saving educational experience.
HOW TO APPLY:
If you’re interested in applying to attend our Financial Basics Workshop, please fill out this interest form or visit one of our Career Centers to meet with a Goodwill team member. Our Career Centers are open Monday – Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. No appointment necessary.
ABOUT THE COURSE:
Goodwill and Common Wealth Charlotte have partnered together to offer a free Financial Basics class to the community. If you have questions about budgeting, setting financial goals, credit, and investing, this may be the class for you! Financial Basics is offered over the course of three days, and class meets one hour per day.
Day 1: Financial Empowerment
This is CWC’s signature and foundational workshop! In this power-packed session, you will learn how habits and behaviors impact financial success. You will also learn how your pay cycle determines how you should prioritize your monthly bills, the importance of creating and maintaining a conscious spending plan, the importance of saving, methods to build an emergency fund and save for future goals, the basics of credit and credit scores, and how to manage debt responsibly and avoid predatory credit products.
Day 2: Mastering Advanced Credit Strategies
Are you ready to elevate your understanding of credit? This workshop is perfect for individuals with a basic understanding of credit who are looking to deepen their knowledge. During this dynamic one-hour session, you will learn how to optimize credit utilization for your benefit, discover the hidden factors affecting your credit score, and learn how to maximize your credit score for lower interest rates and better financial opportunities. Take control of your financial future by mastering the credit game.
Day 3: Buying Your Car With Confidence
Too many people pay too much for a car. You’ll learn how to be an informed consumer the next time you walk onto the lot. You’ll learn how to create a conscious spending plan, how to get credit-ready, options for borrowing and who the enemies are in the process – all part of this money-saving educational experience.
HOW TO APPLY:
If you’re interested in applying to attend our Financial Basics Workshop, please fill out this interest form or visit one of our Career Centers to meet with a Goodwill team member. Our Career Centers are open Monday – Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. No appointment necessary.
ABOUT THE COURSE:
Goodwill and Common Wealth Charlotte have partnered together to offer a free Financial Basics class to the community. If you have questions about budgeting, setting financial goals, credit, and investing, this may be the class for you! Financial Basics is offered over the course of three days, and class meets one hour per day.
Day 1: Financial Empowerment
This is CWC’s signature and foundational workshop! In this power-packed session, you will learn how habits and behaviors impact financial success. You will also learn how your pay cycle determines how you should prioritize your monthly bills, the importance of creating and maintaining a conscious spending plan, the importance of saving, methods to build an emergency fund and save for future goals, the basics of credit and credit scores, and how to manage debt responsibly and avoid predatory credit products.
Day 2: Mastering Advanced Credit Strategies
Are you ready to elevate your understanding of credit? This workshop is perfect for individuals with a basic understanding of credit who are looking to deepen their knowledge. During this dynamic one-hour session, you will learn how to optimize credit utilization for your benefit, discover the hidden factors affecting your credit score, and learn how to maximize your credit score for lower interest rates and better financial opportunities. Take control of your financial future by mastering the credit game.
Day 3: Homebuying
It’s one of the largest assets most people will ever purchase, and not one to take lightly. Learn what it takes to be a homeowner, from the steps to qualify and what lenders look for, to an overview of mortgage programs and how to maximize this great asset to create generational wealth.
HOW TO APPLY:
If you’re interested in applying to attend our Financial Basics Workshop, please fill out this interest form or visit one of our Career Centers to meet with a Goodwill team member. Our Career Centers are open Monday – Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. No appointment necessary.
ABOUT THE COURSE:
Goodwill and Common Wealth Charlotte have partnered together to offer a free Financial Basics class to the community. If you have questions about budgeting, setting financial goals, credit, and investing, this may be the class for you! Financial Basics is offered over the course of three days, and class meets one hour per day.
Day 1: Financial Empowerment
This is CWC’s signature and foundational workshop! In this power-packed session, you will learn how habits and behaviors impact financial success. You will also learn how your pay cycle determines how you should prioritize your monthly bills, the importance of creating and maintaining a conscious spending plan, the importance of saving, methods to build an emergency fund and save for future goals, the basics of credit and credit scores, and how to manage debt responsibly and avoid predatory credit products.
Day 2: Mastering Advanced Credit Strategies
Are you ready to elevate your understanding of credit? This workshop is perfect for individuals with a basic understanding of credit who are looking to deepen their knowledge. During this dynamic one-hour session, you will learn how to optimize credit utilization for your benefit, discover the hidden factors affecting your credit score, and learn how to maximize your credit score for lower interest rates and better financial opportunities. Take control of your financial future by mastering the credit game.
Day 3: Buying Your Car With Confidence
Too many people pay too much for a car. You’ll learn how to be an informed consumer the next time you walk onto the lot. You’ll learn how to create a conscious spending plan, how to get credit-ready, options for borrowing and who the enemies are in the process – all part of this money-saving educational experience.
HOW TO APPLY:
If you’re interested in applying to attend our Financial Basics Workshop, please fill out this interest form or visit one of our Career Centers to meet with a Goodwill team member. Our Career Centers are open Monday – Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. No appointment necessary.
ABOUT THE COURSE:
Goodwill and Common Wealth Charlotte have partnered together to offer a free Financial Basics class to the community. If you have questions about budgeting, setting financial goals, credit, and investing, this may be the class for you! Financial Basics is offered over the course of three days, and class meets one hour per day.
Day 1: Financial Empowerment
This is CWC’s signature and foundational workshop! In this power-packed session, you will learn how habits and behaviors impact financial success. You will also learn how your pay cycle determines how you should prioritize your monthly bills, the importance of creating and maintaining a conscious spending plan, the importance of saving, methods to build an emergency fund and save for future goals, the basics of credit and credit scores, and how to manage debt responsibly and avoid predatory credit products.
Day 2: Financial Goal Setting – Building a Path to Financial Freedom
Unlock your potential and take control of your financial future with this comprehensive workshop, designed for individuals eager to set and achieve their financial goals. This engaging and interactive session will guide you through the essential steps of making written and clear S.M.A.R.T.(E.R.) goals. Setting goals is one thing, but evaluating and reviewing them regularly to ensure you make informed decisions and stay on track is another. Your future self will thank you for taking charge of your financial destiny!
Day 3: Buying Your Car With Confidence
Too many people pay too much for a car. You’ll learn how to be an informed consumer the next time you walk onto the lot. You’ll learn how to create a conscious spending plan, how to get credit-ready, options for borrowing and who the enemies are in the process – all part of this money-saving educational experience.
HOW TO APPLY:
If you’re interested in applying to attend our Financial Basics Workshop, please fill out this interest form or visit one of our Career Centers to meet with a Goodwill team member. Our Career Centers are open Monday – Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. No appointment necessary.
ABOUT THE COURSE:
Goodwill and Common Wealth Charlotte have partnered together to offer a free Financial Basics class to the community. If you have questions about budgeting, setting financial goals, credit, and investing, this may be the class for you! Financial Basics is offered over the course of three days, and class meets one hour per day.
Day 1: Financial Empowerment
This is CWC’s signature and foundational workshop! In this power-packed session, you will learn how habits and behaviors impact financial success. You will also learn how your pay cycle determines how you should prioritize your monthly bills, the importance of creating and maintaining a conscious spending plan, the importance of saving, methods to build an emergency fund and save for future goals, the basics of credit and credit scores, and how to manage debt responsibly and avoid predatory credit products.
Day 2: Mastering Advanced Credit Strategies
Are you ready to elevate your understanding of credit? This workshop is perfect for individuals with a basic understanding of credit who are looking to deepen their knowledge. During this dynamic one-hour session, you will learn how to optimize credit utilization for your benefit, discover the hidden factors affecting your credit score, and learn how to maximize your credit score for lower interest rates and better financial opportunities. Take control of your financial future by mastering the credit game.
Day 3: Homebuying
It’s one of the largest assets most people will ever purchase, and not one to take lightly. Learn what it takes to be a homeowner, from the steps to qualify and what lenders look for, to an overview of mortgage programs and how to maximize this great asset to create generational wealth.
HOW TO APPLY:
If you’re interested in applying to attend our Financial Basics Workshop, please fill out this interest form or visit one of our Career Centers to meet with a Goodwill team member. Our Career Centers are open Monday – Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. No appointment necessary.