Description
Provides a 6-month matched savings program to teach individuals how to save money and give them the skills to take control of their finances.

Service offers:

  • 6-month matched savings program
  • 2-hour workshops per month over 6 months that cover a range of topics such as debt, saving, and consumerism
  • opportunities for participants to save between $20.00 and $50.00 of their own money into a savings account that will be used to purchase an asset

After the program, Rise Calgary will match participants' savings 3:1 for a total potential savings of $1,200.00

Eligibility
Yes, Service targeted to individuals:
  • with the means of saving between $20.00 and $50.00 per month for the duration of the program
  • in a stable situation
Application Process
Service Access: Registration Required, To access service:
  • visit website to submit a registration of interest for the next cohort
 An advocate will connect with the client to complete an intake and register them for the program closer to the start date.  
Referral Process: No


Waiting Period: Yes,

The program runs twice a year. 


Telephone
403-204-8280
Fax
403-204-8287
Web Site
https://www.risecalgary.ca/earn-and-learn
Email
info@risecalgary.ca
Languages
English
Fees
Fee: No
Fee Reduction: No
Membership Fee: Yes,

Annual membership fee $5.00


 


Membership is not required to access services.


Accessibility
Wheelchair access: Yes - On main floor of Bowness Community Association building.
Other disabled access: No -
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Agency Information
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Last Verified On
August 19, 2024
Address
7904 43 Avenue NW
Calgary, AB, T3B 4P9
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Hours of Operation
Mon
10:00 AM to 04:00 PM
Tue
10:00 AM to 04:00 PM
Wed
10:00 AM to 04:00 PM

Closed between 1:00 PM and 2:00 PM for lunch. Closed on statutory holidays.

10:00 AM to 12:00 PM are by appointment. 

1:00 PM to 4:00 PM are drop-in times.