Russell Jackson never considered himself a saver. But losing his job in 2009, he vowed to no longer be financially vulnerable. "I'd never really considered setting aside money, because I always had enough to pay my bills and purchase everything I needed. The future never occurred to me," he admits.
After his company laid off Jackson and 30 other workers, he realized he had no savings to fall back on. "I vowed then to make a change and to no longer be financially vulnerable. When I was unemployed, I had a lot of free time. While browsing online, I found the America Saves website," he says. By taking advantage of the America Saves savings tips and resources, Jackson was able to make a savings plan and start an emergency fund. Read more...
All over the Charlotte/Mecklenburg area, people just like you are proving that you don’t have to be rich to build wealth. As members of CharlotteSaves, they are setting financial goals, tracking their spending and taking control of their financial future. Our volunteers and staff can show you how to develop a strategy and put you on the right path to help you build wealth. Remember; start small, think BIG!
7th Annual Community Partnership Luncheon
You are cordially invited to attend!
Financial partners that offer services to Charlotte Saves Members
Bank of America
Fifth Third Bank
RBC Centura
First Citizens Bank
SunTrust Bank
Charlotte Metro Credit Union
R.M. Stark & Company
Thursday February 24, 20011
11am-1:30 pm
BLUE Restaurant in the Hearst Tower, Corner of Fifth and College St.
At this year's luncheon we are honored to have Former Mayor of Charlotte Pat McCrory as our Keynote Speaker. During the luncheon CharlotteSaves will honor Habitat For Humanity who is playing a significant role in promoting self-sufficiency among Charlotteans and their staff. Fox News Rising will be our master of ceremonies.
All luncheon proceeds will be used to support the work of CharlotteSaves. So, don't forget to bring your checkbook!
The mission of CharlotteSaves is to help people in our community Build Wealth, Not Debt. In nine years, CharlotteSaves has enrolled close to 9000 committed savers. In 2009 alone, over 6,200 people attended one of 330 CharlotteSaves community education programs. Your contribution will enable CharlotteSaves to help more people realize their goal of financial self-sufficiency.
IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT CHARLOTTE SAVES, OR PURCHASE TICKETS FOR THE ANNUAL LUNCHEON PLEASE CONTACT JEFF ADAMS.
Building wealth starts when you set a goal and make a plan to reach that goal. Whatever goal you choose – whether it’s buying a car, buying a house, or getting out from under your debts – learn about proven savings strategies and get simple tips on the best ways to save. Click on the links below to learn how to:
Save money by making your home more energy-efficient. Use timers on high-energy items (as well as lighting so it goes on when you need it and off when you don't). Full freezers work more efficiently. If it is half full of food items, fill some empty milk or sealable containers two-thirds full of water and stock them in your freezer.
Russell Jackson never considered himself a saver. But losing his job in 2009, he vowed to no longer be financially vulnerable. "I'd never really considered setting aside money, because I always had enough to pay my bills and purchase everything I needed. The future never occurred to me," he admits.
