WASHINGTON, D.C. August 14, 2009 – The Community Financial Education Foundation (CFEF) will host a financial education and money management workshop Saturday, August 15 from 9:00 am to 11:00 am at the University of Houston’s Mediterranean Room.
The workshop, which is free and open to the public, will be tailored to the unique financial needs of the attendees. Participants will leave with tools that will help them to better save, manage and budget personal finances.
“We are thrilled to be bringing this knowledge to the people of Houston,” said Miranda Harwell, Executive Director of CFEF. “With the current state of the economy everyone needs to keep a close eye on their finances and make the most out of every penny. Our workshops give people the tools to do just that.”
The goal of the workshops is to not only provide information and resources to individuals, but ultimately CFEF hopes to further the economic advancement of underserved communities in the Houston area.
“Education is power and informed Americans will make more sound financial decisions and live better lives. Our goal is to turn financial fear into financial freedom.” said Harwell.
If you would like to attend the workshops or learn more information about the CFEF, please visit communityfef.org.
Launched in 2008, the Washington, D.C.-based Community Financial Education Foundation (CFEF) is the leading provider of financial education resources for consumer lenders. The non-profit organization developed the web-based financial education program, Borrow Smart America to educate consumers and help them take control of their financial futures by providing them with debt management and budgeting tools. The foundation also advocates for financial education programs in America’s public schools and awards grants nationwide to community organizations and students who promote financial literacy in their communities. For more information, visit communityfef.org.
