Financial resources

  • Dave Ramsey – Financial Peace University (FPU)

    • Teaches biblical financial principles, budgeting, debt reduction, and savings.
    • Website: www.ramseysolutions.com
    • Consider joining / hosting an FPU class at Creekside in Spring 2025

    Crown Financial Ministries

    • Focuses on biblical stewardship, money management, and debt-free living.
    • Offers online courses, small group studies, and free budgeting tools.
    • Website: www.crown.org

    Compass—Finances God's Way

    • Christ-centered financial studies and coaching.
    • Offers courses on debt reduction, business finances, and generosity.
    • Website: www.compass1.org

    Ron Blue Institute

    • Provides Christian financial principles for individuals and churches.
    • Focuses on spending wisely, saving, giving, and financial planning.
    • Website: www.ronblueinstitute.com

  • EveryDollar (Budgeting App by Ramsey Solutions)

    YNAB (You Need a Budget)

    Mint (Free Budgeting App by Intuit)

    • Tracks spending and categorizes expenses.
    • Website: www.mint.com

  • Local Credit Unions & Nonprofits

    • Partner with local financial coaches who offer free counseling.
    • Consider partnering with a faith-based financial advisor.

    United Way’s 211

    • A resource for emergency financial assistance, food banks, and job help.
    • Website: www.211.org

    National Foundation for Credit Counseling (NFCC)

    • Offers free or low-cost financial counseling and debt management plans.
    • Website: www.nfcc.org