Program Core Competencies/Learning Objectives

SAM can help make a difference:

• Learn how to set realistic and measureable financial goals considering all sources of income
• Understand how to calculate monthly income and expenses
• Learn how to develop a household budget that includes saving for goals and emergencies
• Learn how to manage regular monthly payments and savings
• Explore strategies for bringing income and expenses into balance

If you would like to participant in SAM complete the participant inquiry form.  

All inquiries to participate in Smart About Money will be followed up and applicants will be required to meet with United Way staff for a program interview to determine if SAM is a good fit.

For more information on SAM contact:

Jan McCray, Community Impact Associate, United Way of Greater New Haven, jmccray@uwgnh.org, (203) 691-4216