Creating A World Where All Women & Girls Are Financially Empowered
WHO WE ARE
Women's Money Matters builds the financial wellness, confidence, and security of women and girls living on low-incomes through a unique program that combines instructional workshops and personal, one-to-one coaching.
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OUR IMPACT
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WHY WOMEN & GIRLS?
Women earn 82 cents for every dollar men earn in the US and the gap is larger for women of color.
The financial literacy gap between men and women in the US is about 59% wider than the rest of the world.
33% single mother households in Massachusetts live in poverty
IN THEIR WORDS
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Women’s Money Matters’ is expanding our governance committees both Board of Directors & Advisory Group.
Board of Directors helps amplify our voice, reach new volunteers and supporters, and strategize for our organization. Our Advisory Group is made up of a diverse range of professional experts and provides hands-on strategic guidance and advisement on high-priority initiatives. Learn more on our website: https://loom.ly/FngQUd4
Or, contact us for more information [email protected]
Women’s Money Matters’ is expanding our governance committees both Board of Directors & Advisory Group.
Board of Directors helps amplify our voice, reach new volunteers and supporters, and strategize for our organization. Our Advisory Group is made up of a diverse range of professional experts and provides hands-on strategic guidance and advisement on high-priority initiatives. Learn more on our website: https://loom.ly/FngQUd4
Or, contact us for more information [email protected]
🎉 Join us as we Celebrate another Financial Futures Cohort Graduation! 🎉
Through our Financial Futures program, women gain the confidence and skills to take control of their finances to achieve their goals. With support from our dedicated volunteer coaches, graduates learn new tools to succeed. Here’s what they had to say!
💬“My biggest take away from this program is that retirement is something that you can begin preparing for at any stage of which you’re ready, but it is best to begin as early as you can.” - Nyesha
💬“The biggest success was to get information I was not aware of.... [I learned] everything is possible no matter what age you are especially learning how to manage and balance your life and financials” - Tamik
💬“Being able to talk in a group of women helped make me feel more comfortable and gave me hope hearing others successes” - Summer
Congratulations graduates! Your hard work and dedication have brought you to this moment, and we celebrate your achievement.
🎉 Join us as we Celebrate another Financial Futures Cohort Graduation! 🎉
Through our Financial Futures program, women gain the confidence and skills to take control of their finances to achieve their goals. With support from our dedicated volunteer coaches, graduates learn new tools to succeed. Here’s what they had to say!
💬“My biggest take away from this program is that retirement is something that you can begin preparing for at any stage of which you’re ready, but it is best to begin as early as you can.” - Nyesha
💬“The biggest success was to get information I was not aware of.... [I learned] everything is possible no matter what age you are especially learning how to manage and balance your life and financials” - Tamik
💬“Being able to talk in a group of women helped make me feel more comfortable and gave me hope hearing others successes” - Summer
Congratulations graduates! Your hard work and dedication have brought you to this moment, and we celebrate your achievement.
Women`s Money Matters is one of 13 grantees to receive a 2025 ECCF Digital Partnership Grant. These grants, which total $627,000 and encourage cross-sector collaborations, are part of Advancing Digital Equity, ECCF’s multi-year, $3 million commitment to empower all Essex County residents with the access, education and equipment necessary to successfully navigate today’s increasingly digital world.
In total, this group of grants represents more than 60 local community partnerships and will positively impact residents from 26 Essex County communities.
Thanks to ECCF WMM can support empower Essex County women and girls living on low incomes with the tools they need to build financial wellness.
#ECCFGrantee #DigitalEquity #FinancialWellness #EssexCounty #EmpowerWomen #financialwellness
Women`s Money Matters is one of 13 grantees to receive a 2025 ECCF Digital Partnership Grant. These grants, which total $627,000 and encourage cross-sector collaborations, are part of Advancing Digital Equity, ECCF’s multi-year, $3 million commitment to empower all Essex County residents with the access, education and equipment necessary to successfully navigate today’s increasingly digital world.
In total, this group of grants represents more than 60 local community partnerships and will positively impact residents from 26 Essex County communities.
Thanks to ECCF WMM can support empower Essex County women and girls living on low incomes with the tools they need to build financial wellness.
#ECCFGrantee #DigitalEquity #FinancialWellness #EssexCounty #EmpowerWomen #financialwellness
We recently hosted Used Car Savvy: A Workshop to Empower Buyers!, helping over 60 participants navigate the used car buying process with confidence. Experts from Honda Village and Metro Credit Union shared insights on financing, insurance, and smart purchasing decisions. A huge thank you to the @wfboston for supporting our Level Up workshop series!
Reliable transportation is essential for access to jobs, healthcare, and more. Unfortunately, transportation inequality remains a significant barrier for many in our community. This workshop empowered women with the knowledge to overcome financial barriers and make confident car-buying decisions.
Stay up to date with WMM ➡️ Subscribe to our monthly newsletter: https://womensmoneymatters.org/contact-us/subscribe-to-newsletter/
➡️ Want to join the WMM Community? Become a volunteer or enroll in a program today: womensmoneymatters.org/join-a-program
We recently hosted Used Car Savvy: A Workshop to Empower Buyers!, helping over 60 participants navigate the used car buying process with confidence. Experts from Honda Village and Metro Credit Union shared insights on financing, insurance, and smart purchasing decisions. A huge thank you to the @wfboston for supporting our Level Up workshop series!
Reliable transportation is essential for access to jobs, healthcare, and more. Unfortunately, transportation inequality remains a significant barrier for many in our community. This workshop empowered women with the knowledge to overcome financial barriers and make confident car-buying decisions.
Stay up to date with WMM ➡️ Subscribe to our monthly newsletter: https://womensmoneymatters.org/contact-us/subscribe-to-newsletter/
➡️ Want to join the WMM Community? Become a volunteer or enroll in a program today: womensmoneymatters.org/join-a-program
As we navigate a time of change, it is essential to recognize the financial disparities African Americans continue to face despite their profound economic contributions. In honor of Black History Month, we must highlight the importance of financial literacy, which is key to better savings, debt management, and overall financial stability. Expanding financial education—particularly for young adults of color—can empower informed financial decisions, strengthen economic well-being, and create a lasting foundation for future generations.
As we navigate a time of change, it is essential to recognize the financial disparities African Americans continue to face despite their profound economic contributions. In honor of Black History Month, we must highlight the importance of financial literacy, which is key to better savings, debt management, and overall financial stability. Expanding financial education—particularly for young adults of color—can empower informed financial decisions, strengthen economic well-being, and create a lasting foundation for future generations.
Women`s Money Matters would like to welcome Kathleen Walsh as our newest member to our Board of Directors. 🌟
As the President and CEO of YMCA of Metro North, Kathleen brings decades of nonprofit leadership experience. She oversees eight YMCA facilities, championing accessibility and equity in programming for all. Her strategic vision and dedication to community impact make her an incredible addition to our team.
We are confident Kathleen will be a tremendous asset as we continue our mission to support women and girls living on low incomes through our financial wellness programs. Join us in welcoming Kathleen to the team.👏
#WomensMoneyMatters #Welcome #BoardOfDirectors
Women`s Money Matters would like to welcome Kathleen Walsh as our newest member to our Board of Directors. 🌟
As the President and CEO of YMCA of Metro North, Kathleen brings decades of nonprofit leadership experience. She oversees eight YMCA facilities, championing accessibility and equity in programming for all. Her strategic vision and dedication to community impact make her an incredible addition to our team.
We are confident Kathleen will be a tremendous asset as we continue our mission to support women and girls living on low incomes through our financial wellness programs. Join us in welcoming Kathleen to the team.👏
#WomensMoneyMatters #Welcome #BoardOfDirectors
We’re honored to be a Cummings Foundation grantee and deeply grateful to be a 10-year grant awardee. This investment helps us plan initiatives, build capacity, and create lasting impact in our community.
In a recent video by the Cummings Foundation, WMM Executive Director Danielle Piskadlo shared the significance of this long-term support and the experience of engaging with their incredible volunteers.
💬 “The volunteer model that Cummings uses is really important... volunteers attending site visits are truly engaged and interested in the work they observe. It’s an excellent model with dedicated and enthusiastic volunteers.”
Thank you, Cummings Foundation, for your unwavering commitment to helping us empower women and girls living on low incomes!
🎥 Watch the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T5JzYNXMchg
#Gratitude #CommunityImpact #FinancialWellness #ThankYou #CummingsGrant
We’re honored to be a Cummings Foundation grantee and deeply grateful to be a 10-year grant awardee. This investment helps us plan initiatives, build capacity, and create lasting impact in our community.
In a recent video by the Cummings Foundation, WMM Executive Director Danielle Piskadlo shared the significance of this long-term support and the experience of engaging with their incredible volunteers.
💬 “The volunteer model that Cummings uses is really important... volunteers attending site visits are truly engaged and interested in the work they observe. It’s an excellent model with dedicated and enthusiastic volunteers.”
Thank you, Cummings Foundation, for your unwavering commitment to helping us empower women and girls living on low incomes!
🎥 Watch the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T5JzYNXMchg
#Gratitude #CommunityImpact #FinancialWellness #ThankYou #CummingsGrant
Women`s Money Matters remains committed to being a safe, supportive space for all women and girls — no matter your background or status. Your experiences, your goals, and your future matter. We are here to support you, without judgment and with respect. 💜
If you`re looking for a welcoming community to build your financial wellness, we`re here for you. Visit our website to learn more. www.womensmoneymatters.org
#FinancialWellnessForAll #SafeSpace #YouMatter #EmpowerWomen
Women`s Money Matters remains committed to being a safe, supportive space for all women and girls — no matter your background or status. Your experiences, your goals, and your future matter. We are here to support you, without judgment and with respect. 💜
If you`re looking for a welcoming community to build your financial wellness, we`re here for you. Visit our website to learn more. www.womensmoneymatters.org
#FinancialWellnessForAll #SafeSpace #YouMatter #EmpowerWomen
🚗 A New Beginning for Robyn and Her Family 🚗
Robyn, a resilient single mother of two who faced immense challenges is on a new path with support from Women`s Money Matters and Second Chance Cars. After losing her home, she spent months in uncertain housing. Without reliable transportation, returning to work and caring for her children—one with significant health needs—seemed out of reach.
Despite hardships, Robyn was able to secure a new job and begin rebuilding her life with a supportive community by her side. Through the combined efforts of Women’s Money Matters and Second Chance Cars, Robyn received a car—an essential lifeline. With reliable transportation, she can now commute to work and take her son to vital medical appointments.
Robyn`s story is a reminder to the significant impact of financial empowerment and access to essential resources like transportation. Together, these tools create a powerful path to achieving financial stability.
Join us in celebrating as Robyn drives forward on her journey toward stability and independence. We are excited for what lies ahead!
#EmpowerWomen #DrivingSuccess #FinancialWellness #TransportationMatters
🚗 A New Beginning for Robyn and Her Family 🚗
Robyn, a resilient single mother of two who faced immense challenges is on a new path with support from Women`s Money Matters and Second Chance Cars. After losing her home, she spent months in uncertain housing. Without reliable transportation, returning to work and caring for her children—one with significant health needs—seemed out of reach.
Despite hardships, Robyn was able to secure a new job and begin rebuilding her life with a supportive community by her side. Through the combined efforts of Women’s Money Matters and Second Chance Cars, Robyn received a car—an essential lifeline. With reliable transportation, she can now commute to work and take her son to vital medical appointments.
Robyn`s story is a reminder to the significant impact of financial empowerment and access to essential resources like transportation. Together, these tools create a powerful path to achieving financial stability.
Join us in celebrating as Robyn drives forward on her journey toward stability and independence. We are excited for what lies ahead!
#EmpowerWomen #DrivingSuccess #FinancialWellness #TransportationMatters
Women`s Money Matters empowers women and girls living on low incomes with the tools to transform their financial futures. Join one of our upcoming cohorts, sign up and starting dates are available on our website. We have English and Spanish language programming.
Each cohort runs over 3 months, and each participant is paired with a 1-on-1 coach to help you reach your financial goals. Topics include building and repairing credit, creating a spending and savings plan that works, and keeping your money safe. Workshops include trust-building exercises, success celebrations, and coach-participant 1:1 breakout meetings (always offered at no cost). 💸✨
Hope to see you at a program soon!
➡️ Register here: https://womensmoneymatters.org/join-a-program/
Women`s Money Matters empowers women and girls living on low incomes with the tools to transform their financial futures. Join one of our upcoming cohorts, sign up and starting dates are available on our website. We have English and Spanish language programming.
Each cohort runs over 3 months, and each participant is paired with a 1-on-1 coach to help you reach your financial goals. Topics include building and repairing credit, creating a spending and savings plan that works, and keeping your money safe. Workshops include trust-building exercises, success celebrations, and coach-participant 1:1 breakout meetings (always offered at no cost). 💸✨
Hope to see you at a program soon!
➡️ Register here: https://womensmoneymatters.org/join-a-program/
New legislation is awaiting approval that would create a MA Financial Literacy Trust Fund. Among the provisions is to require all Massachusetts public high school students to take a semester course in personal finance to graduate and for the Board of Ed and MA Dept of Elementary and Secondary Education to adopt curriculum standards and frameworks in personal finance for grades K-8.
According to the 2023 National Financial Literacy Report, only 24% of American students demonstrate basic financial literacy. A standalone Personal Finance course can be transformative for youth by enhancing financial knowledge & financial decision-making, and has been shown to lead to more favorable financial outcomes. MA is among the 25 states (+ the District of Columbia) where this course is not yet guaranteed statewide causing disparities in access between student demographic groups. For more information on this bill go to: https://loom.ly/LUZvrP4
New legislation is awaiting approval that would create a MA Financial Literacy Trust Fund. Among the provisions is to require all Massachusetts public high school students to take a semester course in personal finance to graduate and for the Board of Ed and MA Dept of Elementary and Secondary Education to adopt curriculum standards and frameworks in personal finance for grades K-8.
According to the 2023 National Financial Literacy Report, only 24% of American students demonstrate basic financial literacy. A standalone Personal Finance course can be transformative for youth by enhancing financial knowledge & financial decision-making, and has been shown to lead to more favorable financial outcomes. MA is among the 25 states (+ the District of Columbia) where this course is not yet guaranteed statewide causing disparities in access between student demographic groups. For more information on this bill go to: https://loom.ly/LUZvrP4
Emerly’s story is a testament to resilience, determination, and the power of collaboration. As a single mom living in a shelter, Emerly faced significant challenges—but she did not to let them define her future. In July, she graduated from Women`s Money Matters` financial wellness program, armed with the tools and confidence to take control of her finances. By October, she successfully moved out of the shelter—but with that progress came a new challenge: losing her ride to work.
Combining the financial skills she gained from our program with the opportunity to secure a reliable car through Second Chance Cars, Emerly was able to overcome this hurdle. With her new vehicle, she could maintain her employment, ensure consistent income, and continue building a secure future for her family.
Emerly’s journey illustrates the transformative power of pairing financial wellness with access to critical resources like transportation. Together, Women`s Money Matters and Second Chance Cars are empowering individuals like Emerly to create lasting change in their lives. 🚗💪
#CommunitySupport #NonProfit #EmpowerWomen #FinancialIndependence #TransportationAccess #DrivingChange #MobilityMatters
Emerly’s story is a testament to resilience, determination, and the power of collaboration. As a single mom living in a shelter, Emerly faced significant challenges—but she did not to let them define her future. In July, she graduated from Women`s Money Matters` financial wellness program, armed with the tools and confidence to take control of her finances. By October, she successfully moved out of the shelter—but with that progress came a new challenge: losing her ride to work.
Combining the financial skills she gained from our program with the opportunity to secure a reliable car through Second Chance Cars, Emerly was able to overcome this hurdle. With her new vehicle, she could maintain her employment, ensure consistent income, and continue building a secure future for her family.
Emerly’s journey illustrates the transformative power of pairing financial wellness with access to critical resources like transportation. Together, Women`s Money Matters and Second Chance Cars are empowering individuals like Emerly to create lasting change in their lives. 🚗💪
#CommunitySupport #NonProfit #EmpowerWomen #FinancialIndependence #TransportationAccess #DrivingChange #MobilityMatters
