🤝 Community Impact Beyond Your Wallet

Stephanie Cote, CFEI and Trauma of Money Professional, talks us through how to balance value-based spending with financial reality.

tl;dr: When your budget is tight, it's okay to prioritize affordability. But here's what many people miss: your contribution to your community goes way beyond money.

Ways you support your community:

✅ Volunteering your time (invaluable!)
✅ Donating used goods to local thrift shops
✅ Helping neighbors (mowing lawns, sharing resources)
✅ Shopping local when your budget allows
✅ Building relationships and showing up

Think of community support over your lifetime, not just right now. When resources are tight, lean on other ways to contribute. When things improve, prioritize local spending.