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Grocery Budget Challenge | July & August

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On the 30th of each month, between January and November in 2014 , we will meet here to discuss our challenges and successes for the month with our grocery budget. Our grocery spending crept up to about $500 a month during the summer. Action Step 1 : Plan your grocery budget for September. My budget is $450.

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Grocery Budget Challenge | February Meeting

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Lately when I see my bill at the check out, I’m shocked at how few groceries are actually going home with me. O n the 30th of each month, between January and November in 2014 , we will meet here to discuss our challenges and successes for the month with our grocery budget. March’s Assignments.

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Introducing the 2015 Choose Thrift First Challenge

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In 2014, the Grocery Budget Challenge encouraged us to keep our grocery spending in line and to be creative with our meal planning so that we do not over-spend. For one-time special occasions, ask friends if you can borrow instead of buying new. In 2015, the monthly challenge will be Choose Thrift First.

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