August 2023

Announcing Financial Sense¢: How to Save $1,500 Annually by Reducing Food Waste, 7:30pm ET

Attention Penny Forward supporters We are excited to invite you to this month’s edition of the Financial Sense¢ program, where we will be delving into a topic that affects us all: food waste. According to a December 2022 Fortune article, it was revealed that Americans squander approximately one-third of the food they purchase. Shockingly, this…

08/31/2023
Members Only Group Chat Recording: Aug 30, “Poverty by America,” Book Discussion

Book Discussion, “Poverty by America” Over the month of Aug. you joined us in reading the best selling book. “Poverty by America,” and now it was time to share with us what you thought. Did the book help broaden your prospective? Was there any actionable changes you can make? How did this book relate to…

08/30/2023
Members Only Group Chat Preview: Aug 30, Book Discussion

Book Discussion, “Poverty by America” Over the month of Aug. you joined us in reading the best selling book. “Poverty by America,” and now it’s time to share with us what you think. Has the book helped broaden your prospective? Is there any actionable changes you can make? How does this book relate to our…

08/30/2023
Penny Forward Podcast: The Gift Economy: Where Giving and Receiving Become Acts of Kindness and Community

In this podcast episode we focus on the Buy Nothing group on Facebook, where people can give away and ask for items they no longer need. Chris and Kelly Peterson share their experiences with the group, discussing the benefits of participating, such as saving money and building a sense of community. They also mention the…

08/29/2023
Penny Forward Transcript: The Gift Economy: Where Giving and Receiving Become Acts of Kindness and Community

This week we heard from Chris Peterson (Penny Forward President and CEO,) and his wife Kelly, about their experiences with the local Buy Nothing Facebook Group they are a part of. Listen along a decide if a style of buy nothing group will work for you and your situaion. Select here to listen to…

08/29/2023
Poverty by America Read Along Week 4

Aug’s Read Along 📚 Join us for an upcoming book read along featuring “Poverty in America” by Mathew Desmond! This compelling book delves into the intricate issue of poverty, offering profound insights into the lives of those affected and shedding light on how this social construct touches us all. Through this read along, we aim…

08/28/2023
Financial Boost Friday: Get paid for these Research Study Opportunities

The below research participant solicitation is being provided for informational purposes only. Penny Forward has simply been sent this information through other groups, and wants to share with all any possibilities for earning a little extra cash. You will find each study at heading level 3, and more details at heading level 4 including, Description,…

08/25/2023
Penny Forward at the Iowa Council of the United Blind Convention Aug 26th 2023

Art is… At the Iowa Council of the United Blind State Convention! Sat. Aug. 26, 2023. Penny Forward is happy to announce we will be vending at the Iowa Council of the United Blind (ICUB,) State Convention. Exhibit Hall will be open from 11:30am CT to 2:00pm CT. There will be no virtual exhibit hall.…

08/24/2023
Members Only Group Chat Recording: Aug. 23 Entertainment Without Breaking The Bank

Entertainment Without Breaking The Bank We invited you to our final session of our enlightening three-part series on subscription services. This week, we dove into the captivating world of entertainment subscriptions and unraveling the secrets to choosing the perfect ones that align with your budget. 📺📻🎶📚 Are you a cinephile, a music aficionado, or an…

08/23/2023
Early Access Penny Forward Podcast: The Gift Economy: Where Giving and Receiving Become Acts of Kindness and Community

In this podcast episode we focus on the Buy Nothing group on Facebook, where people can give away and ask for items they no longer need. Chris and Kelly Peterson share their experiences with the group, discussing the benefits of participating, such as saving money and building a sense of community. They also mention the…

08/22/2023