Financial Wellness Workshops

Attend our FREE workshops to learn more about reaching your financial goals and get real-world information, skills, and resources to manage your money and unexpected life or financial circumstances with confidence.

Topics include:

• Income and Expenses
• Credit Reports and Scores
• Spending and Saving 
• Managing Debt
• Protecting Your Identity

If you have questions about financial wellness classes or related inquiries, please contact Megan at 952-697-1328 or financialliteracy@caphennepin.org.

Upcoming Workshops

Please note: 

Advanced Registration is Required.
Workshops are FREE.
Course materials are provided.
Workshops are only open to Hennepin County residents.
To download a program application, click here. Applications are accepted on a first come, first serve basis.

You Can Bank on It and Money Management

Apr. 6, 6pm-8:30 PM

In this webinar-style class, we will talk all about the services offered at financial institutions (banks or credit unions), how to set up and manage your own checking and savings accounts, and using a basic budget. We will have a Q & A Session to wrap it up at the end. 

All About Credit Reports and Scores

Apr. 8, 6-8:30pm

Are you interested in learning more about your credit reports, how to manage your credit past and present, and how to improve your credit score? We will have a Q & A Session to wrap it up at the end. 
FREE CREDIT REPORT WILL BE PROVIDED IN CLASS!

Borrowing Basics

Apr. 20, 6-8:30pm

Are you planning to purchase a vehicle, start a small business, or buy your first home? Chances are, you will need to borrow some money to reach that goal. Sign up for this class if you are interested in learning more about what it means to borrow money, how you actually start the process to borrow, and what it will cost you in the short term, and long term.  We will have a Q & A Session to wrap it up at the end.

How to Use and Manage Credit Cards

Apr. 27, 6-8:30pm

Have you ever shopped around for a new credit card, and felt overwhelmed with the choices? Want to learn how to safely use and manage your credit cards, so you can build a productive credit history, or improve your credit? Sign up for this class today and we will cover all those topics and more! We will have a Q & A Session to wrap it up at the end.

You Can Bank on It and Money Management

May 5, 6-8:30pm

In this webinar-style class, we will talk all about the services offered at financial institutions (banks or credit unions), how to set up and manage your own checking and savings accounts, and using a basic budget. We will have a Q & A Session to wrap it up at the end.

Protecting Your Identity

May 11, 6-8:30pm

If you have been the victim of identity theft or fraud at any time, this class is for you. We will learn about how identity theft happens, and how you can prevent it and protect your identity and assets through a variety of strategies. Short Q & A will follow the presentation.

Budgeting Basics – Money Management

May 18, 6-8:30pm

In this  webinar style class, we will talk all about the basic building blocks of starting a budget, managing your budget and sticking to it, and finding ways to create more savings or cut spending month to month. We will have a Q & A Session to wrap it up at the end. 

Debt Management Skills

May 27, 6-8:30pm

During the COVID-19 pandemic, many people have faced unexpected crises, and may be struggling to keep up with their bills and find themselves in greater debt. In this class, we will learn different strategies for managing debt in crisis and unexpected circumstances, and discuss types of debt management, including: student debt, medical debt, and high cost debt. We will have a Q & A Session to wrap it up at the end.