Join us for America Saves Week 2024 – Save for what matters most!
This week marks America Saves Week, and we invite you to join the county in taking a significant step towards financial confidence. It’s time to check in on your finances, set savings goals and commit to learning more about creating better financial habits.
We understand that saving money can be challenging, but we’re here to support you along the way. Visit VoyaASW.com to access a wealth of resources, including articles, videos and live webinars, all designed to help you feel more financially confident.
Prepare for the unexpected – Six steps to build your emergency fund
Did you know that more than 50 percent of individuals couldn’t cover a $1,000 emergency expense? That’s why this America Saves Week, we’re focusing on building financial confidence and control by emphasizing the importance of creating an emergency fund.
To get you started, here are six steps to help you build your emergency fund:
- Set a goal of saving $1,000, then aim for three to six months of income.
- Set up automatic deposits into your savings account to make saving easier.
- Consider creating separate accounts for different savings goals, if possible.
- Ensure easy access to your account in case of emergencies.
- Review your health and home insurance coverage to make sure you’re adequately protected.
- Start small and gradually increase your savings over time as your financial situation improves.
Take control of your financial future and start building your emergency fund today! America Saves Week is the perfect time to focus on your financial goals and take steps towards a more secure future. Join us in this important initiative and save for what matters most!
Additional County Update News – April 11, 2024
- Board actions – April 9, 2024
- The benefit of K9 Scout on our Fontana COAST team
- Operation Consequences: March 30 through April 5
- ARMC’s Free 5K Walk/Run provides fitness and fun
- Preschool Services is hiring – Join the PSD team
- Public Health provides training for children and youth with special health care needs
- Earthquake preparedness month
- The Transitional Assistance Department and the CalWORKs program assist families in need throughout the county
- Opportunity campaign expands to reach wider audience at local airport
- The future of transportation and logistics is here
- Children’s Network shines a light on child abuse prevention at awards ceremony
- Medic Engine 231 Crew in San Bernardino receives animal welfare hero award
- San Bernardino County Museum seeking new volunteers
- America Saves Week
- County Library offers squishmallow incentive to encourage reading
- San Bernardino County history
- Pet of the Week