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Boston Saves offers events and resources to all BPS families to help make saving and planning even easier.
Come to Free Events
Boston Saves offers events that cover such areas as:
- credit-building
- safe banking
- savings tips
- career play for children
If your child has a Boston Saves account, you will get alerts of these events after you enter your contact information in the Savings Center. If your child does not have a Boston Saves account, you can get alerts of these events by signing up for Boston Saves tips and resources.
Save and Grow Your Money
The most important step you can take for your child’s future is to open a financial account and start saving. Every little bit you can save will make a difference for your child.
Here are some additional resources that can help you save and grow your money.
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Free Programs from the City of Boston
Below are free programs from the City of Boston that can help city residents increase their financial well-being, train for better jobs, and pursue a college degree. Click the links below to learn more about each program, including eligibility guidelines.
Financial Programs
Open a Bank Account
Find a safe and affordable bank account to better protect, save, and access your money with the help of Bank On Boston. To learn more, visit the Bank On Boston webpage.
Learn how to Build Credit
Attend a credit-building workshop from Boston Builds Credit to learn how to improve your credit score. To learn more, visit the Boston Builds Credit website.
Get Tax Help
Get your taxes done by a trained tax preparer at one of the dozens of Boston Tax Help Coalition sites across the city. To learn more, visit the Boston Tax Help Coalition website or call 617-635-4500
Get Financial Coaching
Take advantage of long-term, one-on-one financial coaching, and access to computers and printers at the Roxbury Center for Financial Empowerment, located in Nubian Square. To learn more, visit the Roxbury Center webpage or call 617-541-2671.
Job Training Programs
Train for City Jobs
Train to become an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or earn a Hoisting or Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) through City Academy. Graduates are eligible for living wage jobs with the City of Boston. To learn more, visit the City Academy webpage.
Build Computer Skills
Develop skills in Microsoft Word, Google Workplace, social media, and more. Visit the Bridge to Digital Literacy webpage to learn more.
Education Programs
Attend College for Free
Attend community college free of tuition or mandatory fees through the Tuition-Free Community College Plan. A sister program, Boston Bridge, also gives graduates the option of continuing at a 4-year state university for free. Eligible participants must have earned a high school credential in the past year. To learn more, visit the Tuition-Free Community College webpage.
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Saving Tips
Below are tips from across the web that may help make saving easier for you. This list does not constitute an endorsement or financial advice from Boston Saves.
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Tools and Information on Growing Money
Below are tips from across the web that you may find helpful for building your finances. This list does not constitute an endorsement or financial advice from Boston Saves.
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Talk to Your Child About the Future
Talking with your child now about what it takes to reach their dreams can set them on a path to success. There are also fun games and lessons you can do together at home.
Check out the resources below or start with some basic guidance in English or in Spanish.
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Books
The books on this list teach students about math and money.
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Coloring Sheets
Click on the coloring sheets below to download the files and print them for your child to color.
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Activities
Click on the links below to find games and activities you can do at home with your child to help them learn more about math and money.
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Computer Games and Apps
You and your child can access these resources on a home computer or smartphone.
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Videos
Click on the videos below for songs and skits that help kids identify different kinds of money and learn the fundamentals of saving.
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Start Planning for Your Younger Children
Do you have a child born or adopted within the past year? If so, they are eligible for a $50 deposit into a U.Fund 529 College Investing Plan through the Massachusetts BabySteps Savings Plan. Learn more.
