Free financial education for Connecticut families.
Friends With Purpose is a Connecticut nonprofit helping low-income individuals and families build financial stability through free, one-on-one coaching in budgeting, banking, credit, benefits, and career readiness.
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Two ways to reach us
Individuals & Families
Free, private, one-on-one sessions. Text us and we'll find a time that works for you.
475-226-8752
Organizations & Partners
We bring free financial conversations to your organization's regular hours: budgeting, career prep, benefits, and more, at no cost.
fwpurposeorg@gmail.com · 475-226-8752
Why we exist
We believe financial gaps are a matter of access to knowledge, not ability, and that the right information at the right moment changes outcomes.
What we help with
Career Readiness
- Practicing for interviews
- Building a resume & cover letter
- Figuring out what job field is the best fit for you
- Real resources and connections to get you hired faster
Financial Coaching
- Making a budget that fits your life
- Picking the right bank account
- Building credit & paying down debt
- Using AI safely with your money
- Insurance & getting investment-ready
Benefits Navigation
- Maximizing your household income
- Making sure you're enrolled in everything you qualify for, at work and from the state
- Retirement, Medicare & Social Security planning
- Helping you actually fill out and submit the application
Where you'll find us
This summer, we're partnering with organizations across Fairfield County to bring these conversations directly into the community.
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