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Wednesday Workshop: Financial Freedom for Blind Veterans and Their Families
In honor of Memorial Day, we’re focusing this week’s workshop on the unique financial challenges—and opportunities—facing blind veterans and their families. We’ll cover benefits available through the VA, strategies for navigating government programs, and tools that support long-term financial independence. Whether you’re a veteran yourself or care about someone who is, this session will equip…
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Taking a Summer Break from the Penny Forward Podcast
A Message From Penny Forward Founder and CEO, Chris Peterson Hey Penny Forward family! Tomorrow, we’re dropping one last episode of the Penny Forward Podcast—at least for a little while. We’ve had a blast bringing you conversations on financial empowerment, accessibility, and all the ways blind and low-vision folks can level up their money game.…
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Wednesday Workshop: Planning for the People You Love
Learn how to create a plan for your loved ones with accessible information on wills, trusts, and beneficiary planning.
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Introduction to Investing is Live—And We Want Your Feedback! 🚀
A Message from Penny Forward Founder and CEO, Chris Peterson Hey there, Penny Forward family! I’m absolutely thrilled to share some big news: our brand-new course, Introduction to Investing, is officially in beta and ready for our monthly and yearly members to dive into. This has been one of the most-asked-for courses in our community,…
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Wednesday Workshop: Side Hustles and Self-Employment: Building Income on Your Terms
Whether you’re looking to earn a little extra income or build a business of your own, this workshop is all about making money outside of traditional employment. We’ll explore accessible side hustles, freelancing gigs, and small business ideas that are a good fit for people who are blind or have low vision. You’ll also learn…
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Celebrate Financial Capability Month: Penny Forward Workshops Open to ALL Members This April!
Penny Forward opens Wednesday Workshops to all members for Financial Capability Month.
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Tony’s Story: Navigating Disability, Job Hunting, and Financial Health as a Blind Parent
Tony is a father, a job seeker, and a man who just wants to do right by his kids. He’s also blind, which adds an extra layer of complexity to everything he does—especially when it comes to finding work and dealing with government bureaucracy.
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Podcast: The Right Tool For Your Budget with Patrick Andrade and Brian Bussard
In December, Penny Forward and the Chicago Lighthouse announced a partnership to open the “My Tools for Living” shop featuring nearly 300 assistive technology and independent living products for people with blindness and low vision. This week, Penny Forward founder and CEO, Chris Peterson, interviews Patrick Andrade and Brian Bussard from the Chicago Lighthouse to…