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How to Save on Sports Equipment for Kids

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

It can run into a lot of money but my friends found some ways to save money on sports equipment for their kids over the years that I would like to share with you. Sometimes parents donate the goods but often you will get the price they sell for, with the club keeping a small percentage as a fundraising activity.

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Fight Hunger with Family Dollar & Feeding America

For the Mommas

I know I can’t, but I do what I can by donating to my local food bank on a regular basis. I am also very proud of our forthemommas.com readers who donate so generously from their stockpiles to their local food banks, individual families and other charities. We save money and a hungry person gets a nutritious meal.

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Meet a Reader | Biker Liz

The Frugal Girl

How did you get interested in saving money? My interest in frugality is less about saving money specifically, and more about making good use of the resources I have. Did you ever receive any financial education in school or from your parents? Yes to both!

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Meet a Reader | Karen from the Great Lakes

The Frugal Girl

How did you get interested in saving money? Back when I was engaged and living on my own for the first time (I lived with my parents while in grad school to save on rent), I went to the library a lot and found a copy of the Tightwad Gazette. What’s the “why” behind your money-saving efforts?

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Kindergarten to College – Back to School Money Tips

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Not many – but by planning ahead now you might find ways to lessen the expenses you will face next month and use the annual experience as a teachable moment in your child’s personal finance education. learning to give by having them donate last years clothing. Know Where to Get the Money. using what they already have.

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A Beginner’s Guide to Couponing

Couponing 101

This beginner’s guide to couponing will teach you the basics so you can start saving money with coupons. If there is no way you will use it before it expires then consider donating the item to a shelter or food pantry. Couponing 101: A Beginner’s Guide to Couponing. Never used a coupon in your life? Get Some Coupons.

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A Beginner’s Guide to Couponing

Couponing 101

This beginner’s guide to couponing will teach you the basics so you can start saving money with coupons. If there is no way you will use it before it expires then consider donating the item to a shelter or food pantry. Couponing 101: A Beginner’s Guide to Couponing. Never used a coupon in your life? Get Some Coupons.