Baltimore—If your nonprofit organization is holding the region’s largest free financial fitness fair for the whole family, who should be in charge of it? Someone who strives to support communities by showing low-middle income adults and families a path to a better future – That’s Joi Robinson, Program Manager of Financial Capability with the nonprofit CASH Campaign of Maryland (CASH). She’s excited to be part of CASH’s signature community event, the 17th annual Money Power Day®, because it gives attendees direct access to trustworthy information and quality services, all for free!
Growing up in a multicultural family in New York and Virginia, she knows firsthand that knowledge is power and the key to success—only if it’s applied correctly. Now living in Baltimore with her husband, March 23, 2024 will be her first Money Power Day®. Robinson plans to learn alongside the families and individuals who attend. She hopes the free resources and connections that the attendees make during the event will change their lives for the better.
CASH’s Joi Robinson answers questions about this fun free community event:
Q: What is Money Power Day®?
Joi: Do you want to learn how to control your finances for a better financial future for yourself and your family? Start or grow a small business? Find out how to get money for college? What do your credit report and credit score mean? It’s more important than ever for people to attend Money Power Day ’24 which is a fun, energy-packed day where families and individuals can get straight answers to their basic financial questions. This free financially focused community event will help attendees learn how to save, invest and grow!
Q: What will folks find at Money Power Day®?
Joi: There’s so much to see and do for free like workshops where folks can learn about planning for homeownership; how to become an entrepreneur, including small business planning and taxes; plan and protect your legacy; ways to rock your credit score and get out of debt; financial coaching; safe banking practices; and a Credit Café where you can pull your free credit report, then meet with an expert for credit counseling. You’ll find the Financial Planning Zone where Certified Financial Planners™ can advise you – that service alone is worth a lot of money but it’s all free at Money Power Day®. There’s a Kids Zone full of fun financially-focused activities for youth ages 4 to 12 including coloring stations, balloon animals and hats, and even financial super-heroes! Wander around the 40+ exhibitors to receive important information from businesses, nonprofits, and government agencies. Money Power Day® is a “shady-free” zone with only vetted trustworthy, high-quality services. All for FREE!!!
Q: Will there be anything for aspiring entrepreneurs?
Joi: You bet! The Small Business Zone is hugely popular. The CASH Campaign brings together financial institutions, government agencies and local nonprofits to offer free advice on your future small business path. Oh! And don’t forget the “Pitch Your Side Hustle” contest! Aspiring entrepreneurs fill out a form with their small business idea in advance at www.MoneyPowerDay.org or just sign up there. Experts choose a few finalists who then get one minute to pitch their side hustle to the crowd. Two winners are chosen with a $1000 first prize and a $500 second prize! This is a great way to get your small business idea off the ground!
Q: Who should attend?
Joi: Everyone! Aspiring entrepreneurs. Families looking to secure their future with a will, save money or buy a home. Teens and their parents who want to learn about career and college options, how to pay for college or deal with student debt. Children who want to have fun playing financial games. Anyone who wants to learn their credit score and what their credit report means.
Q: Where and when is Money Power Day®?Joi: Money Power Day® takes place on Saturday, March 23, 2024 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Poly-Western High School Campus located at 1400 West Cold Spring Lane in Baltimore. It’s easy to get there by bus, light rail, and there’s lots of free parking, too. Money Power Day® is important for both adults and children because it sets the scene for a hopeful future. The CASH Campaign of Maryland Creates Assets, Savings and Hope all year long!