4 Empowering News - Fall 2013
Kelly's Story
Finally, two and half years ago, some of the pieces of Kelly's life began coming together again. With the encouragement of a friend, Kelly enrolled in the YW Financial Empowerment Workshop Series. Embarrassed by how far she had fallen, Kelly didn't think anyone could help her get her financial life together. As she started attending the 6-week long class, she began learning the steps she could take to build a budget and improve her credit score. Her workshop instructor told the class about one-on-one YW Financial Coaching and the YW matched savings program. Immediately Kelly knew she needed to enroll.
Kelly met with her YW Financial Coach who helped her create a plan to start saving $25 a month. Determined, Kelly pushed herself