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A lot of people come to me for advice. Some of them take it. They recognize that I’m not perfect—just a guy doing my best to share what I’ve learned. They understand that success takes a combination of preparation, persistence, and luck. They know that even failure is just part of the learning curve. Others…
May 29 is National 529 Day—and we’re celebrating by talking about two powerful savings tools: 529 Education Savings Accounts and ABLE (Achieving a Better Life Experience) Accounts. These accounts can help you save for school, vocational training, and disability-related expenses without losing access to important benefits like SSI and Medicaid. We’ll explain the similarities, the…
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…
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.…
Learn how to create a plan for your loved ones with accessible information on wills, trusts, and beneficiary planning.
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,…
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…
Penny Forward opens Wednesday Workshops to all members for Financial Capability Month.
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.