Our Story Starts With Real Questions
Back in 2019, we kept meeting people who felt completely lost when it came to understanding their finances. Not because they weren't smart — they just never had someone break it down properly.
How We Got Here
The Lightbulb Moment
Started as weekend workshops in Douglas community centers. Three of us — former bank analysts who got tired of watching people struggle with basic financial concepts. The first session had eight people, mostly neighbors who'd heard we could explain budgeting without the jargon.
Finding Our Voice
COVID changed everything. Moved online and discovered something interesting — people learned better when they could pause, rewind, and actually practice with their own numbers. No more pretending to understand in a room full of strangers. Our approach clicked with over 400 people that year.
Building Something Lasting
Formalized into Save-game when we realized this needed to be more than a side project. Created structured programs that actually stick. Now we focus on teaching financial analysis skills that people can use immediately — no theoretical stuff, just practical tools for real situations.
What We're Building Now
Working on programs that start in late 2025. Same straightforward approach, but now we understand exactly what works. We've learned that financial education isn't about complex formulas — it's about giving people confidence to make informed decisions about their money.
Why This Matters To Us
We've sat across from too many people who felt embarrassed about not understanding their bank statements. Watched capable adults apologize for asking "basic" questions about interest rates or investment options.
"The moment someone realizes they can actually read a financial report — that's when everything changes. They stop feeling intimidated and start asking better questions."
That shift from confusion to confidence? It happens when you break down complex concepts into manageable pieces and let people practice with their own real-world examples. No shortcuts, no magic formulas — just clear explanations and enough time to actually absorb the information.