You do not have to be a financial expert to help.
Volunteers are core to our work at Women’s Money Matters. Our participants know that our coaches and presenters are not showing up to support them because they are being paid to do so – they are doing it because they genuinely care.
Our fully-remote programs offer a range of volunteer opportunities and ways to help out from anywhere you are. We also have some limited in-person volunteering opportunities!
All you need is the desire to help another woman in your community make the most of the money she has.
We believe diversity in identity and perspective enriches our programs and helps us better serve our clients. We strongly encourage people of color, LGBTQ-identifying individuals, people with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups to apply to become a coach.
Ways to Get Involved
Step One: Apply to join us as a volunteer coach or presenter by submitting your application and selecting an introductory orientation to attend.
Coach
Coaches are the backbone of our one-on-one coaching model. Coaches are thoughtfully paired with a program participant for the duration of the program. They work directly with their partner to help them reach their specific financial goals.
Presenter
Presenters facilitate specific workshops as part of the program’s curriculum. For each workshop, we have already developed the lesson plan and materials, presenters are there to lead the lesson and conversation. You select the workshop topic that you feel most passionate about! Presenters can facilitate as many or as few workshops as they would like and are available, so this is a great way for individuals to volunteer who cannot commit to being a coach.
Upcoming Programs
Step Two: Sign up for an upcoming workshop series.
Virtual Programs
Financial Futures Collective
- Starts: October 27, 2025
- Mondays 6:30 – 8 pm EST
- Virtual, English
- Full Schedule
Financial Futures Collective *DAY*
- Starts: November 15, 2025
- Saturdays 9:30-11am EST
- Virtual, English
- Full Schedule
Financial Futures Collective
- Starts: November 18, 2025
- Tuesdays 6:30 – 8 pm EST
- Virtual, English
- Full Schedule
Financial Futures Collective *DAY*
- Starts: November 24, 2025
- Mondays 12-1:30pm EST
- Virtual, English
- Full Schedule
Financial Futures Collective
- Starts: December 3, 2025
- Wednesdays 6:30 – 8 pm EST
- Virtual, English
- Full Schedule
Financial Futures Collective
- Starts: December 15, 2025
- Mondays 6:30 – 8 pm EST
- Virtual, English
- Full Schedule
Spanish Programs
Colectivo de futuros financieros
- Comienza: 29 de septiembre
- Lunes 6:30-8pm EST
- Virtual, Español
- Nuestro programa exclusivo Financial Futures brinda a los participantes entrenamiento, talleres de bienestar financiero, apoyo comunitario y de pares, y recursos para que se sientan más seguros a la hora de administrar sus finanzas.
- Horrario completa
Colectivo de futuros financieros
- Comienza: 2 de diciembre
- Martes 6:30-8pm EST
- Virtual, Español
- Nuestro programa exclusivo Financial Futures brinda a los participantes entrenamiento, talleres de bienestar financiero, apoyo comunitario y de pares, y recursos para que se sientan más seguros a la hora de administrar sus finanzas.
- Horrario completa
We regularly add new workshop dates and are always in need of volunteers—the heart of our program. Stay informed about upcoming opportunities by subscribing to our newsletter.
Hear from Volunteers
Learn how Women’s Money Matters volunteer hours can help you achieve certifications and advance your professional development.
Volunteer Frequently Asked Questions
How to Get Involved
What is the time commitment each week for each role?
Volunteer Coach:
~2.5 hours per week for the duration of the program (~3-4 months). Each week will include 1 hour of 1:1 time (or more if you choose), and a 1.5 hour WMM workshop. If you need to miss a workshop or two, that is ok just communicate with us and your partner!
Volunteer Presenter:
~3-4 hours per workshop: 1.5-2.5 hours to prepare for the workshop and 2 hours on presentation day. Once you have presented a workshop, the preparation time will be less if you present again in the future!
I am not available during normal working hours. Would this prevent me from being able to volunteer as a coach?
Not at all! The majority of our programs take place in the evening, though some are offered during the day. The coach and participant paired together decide the best time to meet between workshops that will work for both of their schedules.
What if I need to miss one or more workshop sessions?
We understand that an unavoidable conflict may come up, people get sick, etc. The success of the program relies on a commitment from both the coach and their partner to attend as many workshops and one-on-one sessions as possible. If it is something you know about in advance, be sure to let the Program Leader know so they will ensure that your participant has support during the breakout session/workshop. Also let your partner know that you will not be there and encourage them to attend in your absence so they do not miss the week’s lesson. If you know in advance that you will be missing multiple workshops, our Volunteer Manager can help you find a program that will better fit your schedule.
Can I coach multiple participants at once?
Coaches can only coach one participant per Women’s Money Matters program. We pride ourselves in the meaningful one-on-one relationships that are built between coaches and participants, which have proven most successful in supporting participants in meeting their financial goals. Special circumstances where experienced coaches want to volunteer for multiple programs (e.g., if programs that may overlap shortly or meet at different times) will be considered on a case-by-case basis by program leadership.
Are volunteer positions (e.g., coaches, presenters) compensated or provided stipends?
Coaches and presenters are volunteers who give their time to women in our programs.
Volunteer Qualifications
What qualifies a person to be a coach?
The women in our financial health programs need a different type of financial coach. Our participants come from a diverse set of backgrounds and, unfortunately, many have experienced some form of trauma in their lives. For these reasons, while our participants come to us to get support in meeting their financial goals, they really need someone who can take the time to understand their full life picture in a non-judgmental and compassionate way. Someone who cares about the participant holistically. Someone who is in their corner and wants to empower them and build their confidence to succeed, both personally and financially.
Do any workshops require a financial background to be a presenter?
Although a financial background is not necessary to be a presenter, some workshop topics such as Building Credit, Repairing Credit, and Fighting Fraud require a level of expertise on the topic and knowledge of current trends in order to feel comfortable responding to questions during the presentation. These workshops are often led by volunteers directly from financial institutions.
Do I need to be a woman to volunteer?
Coaches are required to be women (cis and trans women) or a non-binary person who is comfortable in a space that centers around the experiences of women.
Anyone, regardless of gender, is welcome to be a presenter as long as they are comfortable working in a women-centered space.
What technology do I need to have to participate in virtual programs?
You can join from any device anywhere as long as you have the internet access to connect to Zoom, we just ask that you have your camera on when possible to build a rapport with the group. It is preferred that the Tech Support role connect with a computer that supports full zoom functionality.
Why do I have to fill out a CORI (i.e., background check) and sign a confidentiality agreement?
Throughout the program, participants may be disclosing personal financial information with their partner via screen sharing or in person (example: credit reports, bank statements, online accounts). In addition to the our Life Launch program which may include participants under the age of 18, many of our participants are parents/caregivers of children, and it is entirely possible to encounter them throughout the program, especially during virtual programming and in-person one-on-one in meetings. We want to maintain trust with our participants and collaborating organizations by ensuring our volunteers are fully vetted.
Volunteer Training
What materials and resources will I receive and how will they be delivered?
At this time, materials (google slides for weekly workshops, zoom links, activities, etc.) are shared via google drive. This is expected to change with upcoming developments on our new website; regardless, materials will still be accessed electronically.
Is training required to be a volunteer?
All volunteers (coaches, presenters) receive official training and orientations, as well as all needed materials and resources to adequately fulfill their role. A Coach Exchange (zoom event) is offered each month for new and experienced coaches to come together and share ideas, experiences, and support each other through any challenges they may be facing.
Do presenters develop the workshops?
No, we already have a curriculum that was developed over many years in a really interactive way with many partners, participants and presenters providing input. Presenters are provided with materials and a lesson plan but are encouraged to augment the presentation with their own knowledge and flair while being sensitive to the audience to which they will be presenting.
Program-Related Questions
How am I assigned to a program? Can I choose which program I volunteer for?
As new programs are announced, volunteers will be notified (via email/newsletter) and will have the opportunity to review options and select which program they would prefer to enroll in based upon their personal schedule and availability.
How do you match your participants to coaches?
Participants and coaches are matched by the Volunteer Manager and Program Leader based on answers provided on the intake application/survey submitted by both participants and coaches, as well as information shared during the Introduction workshops. We encourage Coaches to let us know of any skills, abilities, or experiences that they feel would be helpful in the matching process.
What determines if a program will run longer? Would I know before signing up?
Program schedules are set before we start the process of recruiting coaches. Although very rare, if an adjustment needs to be made to an existing schedule after the start of the program, all participants will be notified in advance.
Our Volunteers
Many of our financial wellness programs are virtual so you can sign up to help create more secure financial futures for the women in our programs from anywhere. Our programs take place in the eastern time zone but our volunteers currently span the entire country, and even across the globe!
If you or someone you know relies on SNAP (food stamps), please read this carefully and share widely.
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What`s Happening?
Due to the ongoing government shutdown, approximately 42 million Americans may not receive their SNAP benefits in November. Multiple states have already issued warnings that benefits may be delayed or not issued at all starting November 1st.
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What to do:
Use remaining October benefits to stock up on shelf-stable foods (canned goods, rice, pasta, dried beans, peanut butter)
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Check your EBT card balance - some states warn that October balances may not carry over
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Update your contact information with your state SNAP office to receive alerts
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Submit any pending applications or renewals immediately - even if processing is delayed, your case will move forward once the shutdown ends
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Need food now? Find Local Options near you:
🟢Feeding America Food Bank Locator: feedingamerica.org/find-your-local-foodbank
🟢Massachusetts residents: Call Project Bread`s FoodSource Hotline at 1-800-645-8333
🟢Find local food pantries: Visit mass.gov/how-to/find-a-local-food-bank
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Important to Know:
✅ Benefits will be reimbursed once the government reopens - this is a delay, not a permanent cut
✅ Keep applying/renewing - your application will be processed when operations resume
✅ Food banks are preparing for increased demand but cannot fully replace SNAP (for every 1 meal food banks provide, SNAP provides 9)
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We`re in this together. Check on your neighbors, friends, and family members who receive SNAP and please share this information with anyone who might need it.
We’re inviting our WMM community to our next Level Up workshop: Debt & Bankruptcy 101. This one-time session is designed for individuals and families living on limited income who want to better understand how to manage debt and whether bankruptcy might be the right step.
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Exclusively for WMM grads, current participants, and volunteers
📅 November 6th | 6:30-8 PM EST | Virtual In English
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If you’re living paycheck to paycheck or feeling overwhelmed by debt, this session will give you practical guidance and confidence to take control of your finances.
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Ready to level up? Register at the link in the comments, or Text: 617-297-7376 or Email: programs@womensmoneymatters.org
What an incredible morning! Our Elevate Her Future celebration filled the Boston Marriott Newton with support, community, and commitment. Thank you to Angel Burgado, VP, Community Partnership Manager at @santanderbankus , for being our amazing MC and reminding us that "giving hope is free"—a message that resonated throughout the morning.
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Sarah Samuels, CFA, CAIA, (@Samuesn1) Partner and Head of Investment Manager Research at NEPC, inspired us with her journey from administrative assistant to partner overseeing $1.8 trillion in assets. As founder of @30secondsofbravery and author of Braving Our Savings, she challenged us to take brave steps toward financial empowerment and encouraged young girls to transform money into capital by investing early.
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We were honored to present the WMM Elevate Her Future Award to Patti Satterthwaite, President of the @womensfoundationma. More than a funder, WFM has been a partner and visionary force, helping us dream bigger and drive systemic change for women and girls across Massachusetts.
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The heart of our celebration was hearing personal stories of transformation from women in our programs: Raysa Ortega Cruz, Assistant Manager at Rockland Trust and WMM Volunteer; Dawnmarie Simpson, WMM Program Lead and Coach; and Lumina Mathurin, WMM Graduate turned Coach. Their stories showed how relationships, paired with practical skills, create lasting financial empowerment.
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Corporate Sponsors: @rockland_trust 💫 @grasshopperbank 💫 @experienceberrydunn 💫 @statestreetim_us 💫 Acadian 💫 @womensbusinessleague
Individual Sponsors: 💫 @JessicaAikenScola, Sound View Financial Advisors 💫 Carolyn M. Wood, WMM Board Member 💫 Family of Karol Ostberg
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To every volunteer, funder, partner, sponsor, and participant who showed up or supported our event from afar —thank you for believing in this work. Together, we`re proving that financial empowerment, plus community, creates true transformation. Here`s to the next 15 years!
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We were thrilled to attend the 4th Annual Financial Equity Summit 2025 hosted by the Partnership for Financial Equity!
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Our Chief Programs Officer, Bernadette Wheeler, joined colleagues and community leaders for this impactful event at The Vault in Lawrence—a beautifully converted historic bank that set the perfect tone for conversations about the future of community banking.
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The day featured compelling discussions, including a panel on "What Does Trust in Banking Really Mean?" led by Jason Andrade. This session explored fascinating new research on what trust means in today`s financial landscape and how institutions can strengthen relationships with the communities they serve. We also engaged in thoughtful conversations with local banks about the future of in-person banking and how financial institutions can better meet community needs.
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It was wonderful to reconnect with Brianne DiBiase from Rockland Trust and Aida Franquiz from Leader Bank, both of whom serve as coaches and presenters in our programs. The summit closed with a keynote from Anna Gifty Opoku-Agyeman, author of "The Double Tax: How Women of Color are Overcharged and Underpaid," a critical topic of importance in financial equity.
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It was great to strengthen our network of our friends at ACT Lawrence, led by CEO Erika Hernandez, and Lawrence CommunityWorks, led by CEO Jess Andors. Both organizations are doing remarkable work in the community, supported by local financial institutions, to meet the needs of their clients and create meaningful, lasting impact.
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Thank you to the Partnership for Financial Equity for bringing us together such an important conversation!
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#FinancialEquity #CommunityBanking #Lawrence #BankingWithPurpose
Elevate Her Future is Coming Up This Friday!
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Join us this Friday, October 17th from 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM at the Boston Marriott Newton (2345 Commonwealth Ave, Newton) as we celebrate 15 years of empowering women and girls with financial skills and resources.
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Start your morning with breakfast and inspiration, connect with others committed to making a difference, and help shape the future of financial empowerment.
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Tickets: $75 – Available online and at the door. Learn more and purchase tickets at our website.
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Thank you to our wonderful sponsors: @rockland_trust, Acadian, @grasshopperbank, @experienceberrydunn, @womensbusinessleague, and @statestreetim_us. Additional thanks to WMM Board Member Carolyn M. Wood, The Family of
Karol Ostberg, WMM AG Member Jessica Scola, and all of our anonymous donors.
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We`ll see you all on Friday!
We are thrilled to share that Women’s Money Matters has received an $82,500 grant from the @MassMutual Foundation to bring our financial wellness programs to Springfield, MA—one of the areas of greatest need in the state. With this support, we will extend our proven model of financial literacy workshops, personalized coaching, and community-based support to more women striving to build brighter, more secure futures for themselves and their families.
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As part of this expansion, we are also investing $7,500 to join @unioncapitalnetwork, a powerful community network - and fellow MassMutual Foundation grantee - that strengthens local connections by engaging families in programs, sharing resources, and supporting collective action.
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Why Springfield? The need is urgent: Springfield’s poverty rate (25.26%) is more than double the Massachusetts average (11.5%), and nearly 1 in 3 women in Springfield (29.1%) lives in poverty, compared to just 9.9% in Quincy.
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This grant builds on a deep and growing partnership with the MassMutual Foundation. We are deeply grateful to the MassMutual Foundation for their generous investment and continued commitment to advancing financial security for women and families across Massachusetts. Together, we are building stronger, more resilient communities.
#WomensMoneyMatters #MassMutual #UnionCapital
Financial confidence grows through connection to a community that believes in empowerment and possibility. Join us at Elevate Her Future on October 17th as we celebrate the women and girls whose financial journeys are supported by a community of partners, coaches, and advocates.
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We are grateful for the support of our Elevate Her Future sponsors, whose leadership and commitment strengthen our network of support:
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Corporate Sponsors:
💫 @rockland_trust 💫 @grasshopperbank 💫 @experienceberrydunn 💫 @statestreetim_us 💫 Acadian 💫 @womensbusinessleague
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Individual Sponsors:
💫 Jessica Scola, Sound View Financial Advisors 💫 Carolyn M. Wood, WMM Board Member 💫 Family of Karol Ostberg
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Elevate Her Future is your opportunity to meet the WMM community of support in person and connect with others who share our commitment to this mission. When a woman gains the confidence and skills to take control of her financial future, it’s often thanks to a community that believes in her potential.
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Come celebrate 15 years of Women’s Money Matters and look ahead to an even brighter future together.
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📅 Friday, October 17th, 2025 | 8:30–10:30 AM
📍 Boston Marriott Newton
🎟️ Tickets: $75 individual
Women`s Money Matters is partnering with The Second Step for this workshop. The workshop will explore the fundamentals of domestic violence with a special focus on financial abuse—how to recognize it, respond with care, and support someone using practical tools and real-life scenarios. We’ll also share more about The Second Step’s work and how to connect with resources.
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Wednesday, October 15th, 6:00 PM EST Virtual in English
Ready to level up? Register at the link in the comments, or Text: 617-297-7376 or Email: programs@womensmoneymatters.org
Women`s Money Matters is more than just financial education—it`s a supportive community where you`ll gain the tools AND the personal attention you deserve.
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📅 October Program Start Dates
October 9th - Life Launch (14-22) | Thursdays 6:00 - 8:00 pm
October 23rd - Financial Futures (22+) | Thursdays 12:00 - 1:30 pm
October 27th - Financial Futures (22+) | Mondays 6:30 - 8:00 pm
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📅Level Up
October 15th - Level Up - Domestic Violence & Financial Abuse - 6:00pm
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📅Upcoming Monthly Info Sessions for 2025:
Oct 20, Nov 18, Dec 10
6:30 – 7:30 PM EST
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Join us to transform your relationship with money alongside other women in a supportive environment!
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#WomensMoneyMatters #FinancialLiteracy #PersonalFinance
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Programas de Octubre (en Español)
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Women`s Money Matters es más que educación financiera: es una comunidad de apoyo donde obtendrás las herramientas y la atención personal que mereces.
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📅Próximas sesiones informativas mensuales (en Español) para 2025:
22 de octubre, 20 de noviembre, 15 de diciembre
6:30 – 7:30 EST
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¡Únete a nosotros para transformar tu relación con el dinero junto a otras mujeres en un ambiente de apoyo!
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#WomensMoneyMatters #EducaciónFinanciera #FinanzasPersonales
We`re honored to present the WMM Elevate Her Future Award to the Women`s Foundation of Massachusetts (WFMA)! President Patti Satterthwaite will accept the award on behalf of @womensfoundationma as we celebrate their profound impact on advancing economic empowerment for women and girls across the Commonwealth.
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For six years, WFMA has been more than a funder—they`ve been a true partner to Women`s Money Matters. From supporting our core financial wellness programs for women and girls to helping us dream bigger and incubate groundbreaking initiatives like our expanded online communities, their commitment has been transformative.
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Their leadership doesn`t just champion our work—it drives systemic change across Massachusetts, creating opportunities for women and girls that ripple through entire communities.
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This milestone celebration for Women`s Money Matters is about energizing our community for the next 15 years of growth and honoring the strong network of support for the financial empowerment of women and girls living on low incomes – we hope to see you there!
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Purchase Tickets for Elevate Her Future on our website (link in comments)
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Friday, October 17th, 2025 | 8:30-10:30 AM | Boston Marriott Newton
Earlier this month, Program Leader, Deloreen Pond, attended the 15th annual FinCon Conference, where “Money Nerds Unite.” @FinConExpo is a gathering place for financial coaches, advisors, educators, and content creators to share ideas, learn, and collaborate.
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Among the thousands of attendees were several of Women’s Money Matters’ very own volunteer coaches. It was a special opportunity for Deloreen to connect in person with Coaches Aiday (@savvymoneywisdom), Kathy(@financial.freedom.pathway), and Serene—a rarity given that our programs are primarily online and our volunteers are spread across the globe!
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✨ Coach Serene: “I attended FinCon for the first time thanks to learning about it from Deloreen! It was an amazing experience to meet so many ‘Money Nerds.’ Seeing the diversity of the financial coaches at FinCon was inspiring because we all have a different niche we can serve, and we all bring out our own story to our coaching practice.”
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✨ Coach Aiday: “What stood out to me most: financial literacy is being reimagined. Through digital platforms, values-driven investing, storytelling, and community-based learning, these leaders are making financial education more engaging and more human than ever before.”
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At Women’s Money Matters, we love opportunities to connect with our volunteers outside of workshops. We’re grateful to all of our coaches for the time and energy they dedicate—not only to our participants, but also to building a strong community of peers.
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#WomensMoneyMatters #FinCon #MoneyNerdsUnit
Our Associate Director of Volunteer Partnerships, Ariana Contreras, will be speaking at the Virtual Workplace Fundraising + Volunteering Summit on October 30, sponsored by Double the Donation!
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Join Ariana and experts from Martha`s Table and other leading nonprofits for "Managing and Being Strategic with Workplace Volunteering" – a session packed with actionable insights on maximizing volunteer engagement and impact.
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What you`ll learn:
How to design workplace volunteer programs aligned with your mission. Best practices for stewarding workplace giving partnerships. Real-world strategies for boosting participation
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📅 October 29-30 | Virtual Workplace Fundraising + Volunteering Summit | 💻 Free & Virtual
Perfect for nonprofit professionals managing volunteers, workplace giving, or donor engagement.
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Registration Through LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/events/managingandbeingstrategicwithwo7366164542298419200/
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