Financial Basics Workshop – November 2025

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.