Financial Literacy Is a Birthright®
A Note from Terraine, Founding Executive Director
At Cash Money Matters Academy, we believe meaningful financial education begins with understanding the person before teaching the numbers.
That is why we take an organic, people-centered approach to delivering financial literacy programs. Before we begin, we take the time to understand your clients’ current financial realities, the challenges they may be facing, what matters most to them and what they hope to achieve.
Because financial education should never be one-size-fits-all.
Once we understand your clients’ needs, priorities and goals, we are better equipped to deliver financial education that is relevant, relatable and actionable. Our programs are thoughtfully tailored to meet participants where they are and help move them toward healthier financial behaviors, greater confidence and meaningful progress.
Our goal is not simply to provide information. We want participants to understand how the financial decisions they make today can support the life they want to build tomorrow.
Terraine
Founding Executive Director
About Us
Rooted in Our Commitment to Youth, Individuals & Families
At Cash Money Matters Academy, we are deeply committed to the community we serve. We show up as active listeners, accessible guides and culturally grounded educators who understand the realities under-served communities face.
Our work is driven by empathy, intuition and a genuine belief in their potential. CMMA was created for this very
At Cash Money Matters Academy, we are deeply committed to the community we serve. We show up as active listeners, accessible guides and culturally grounded educators who understand the realities under-served communities face.
Our work is driven by empathy, intuition and a genuine belief in their potential. CMMA was created for this very reason — to offer knowledgeable, inspiring and consistent support that helps communities build the financial confidence and stability they deserve.
We are focused, present and dedicated to helping every community member person move toward a life of financial wellbeing.
Learning That Clicks With Your Community! Because Our Accredited & Certified Instructors Understand Your Community!
Our accredited & certified instructors are also trained in cultural sensitivity and trauma‑aware practices, ensuring every learning environment is respectful, inclusive and responsive to the lived experiences of your community.
This approach allows us to deliver financial education that truly resonates and meets people where they are. L
Our accredited & certified instructors are also trained in cultural sensitivity and trauma‑aware practices, ensuring every learning environment is respectful, inclusive and responsive to the lived experiences of your community.
This approach allows us to deliver financial education that truly resonates and meets people where they are. Learning becomes more meaningful when it is guided by qualified instructors who understand both the content and the communities they serve.
That’s why our educators are certified financial education instructors, certified financial literacy professionals and accredited personal finance instructors.
They bring deep expertise, real‑world experience and a passion for teaching into every session -- using project‑based learning and engaging activities that make financial concepts fun, relatable and practical.
Personal Finance Education That Honors Every Story
Cash Money Matters Academy (CMMA) collaborates with Non-Profit, Community‑Based Organizations across Connecticut to strengthen the financial capability of the people they serve.
Our programs are culturally sensitive, trauma‑aware and designed to meet learners where they are. From interactive lessons to customized financial capability so
Cash Money Matters Academy (CMMA) collaborates with Non-Profit, Community‑Based Organizations across Connecticut to strengthen the financial capability of the people they serve.
Our programs are culturally sensitive, trauma‑aware and designed to meet learners where they are. From interactive lessons to customized financial capability solutions and community‑aligned curriculum, we ensure every workshop reflects the realities, strengths, and aspirations of each community.
Your Mission Amplified Through Purposeful Collaboration Complete With A Case Study Report
Not to worry! We meet participants where they are.
We offer a variety of customizable, high-quality financial literacy/personal finance education programs designed to prepare your community for their next step on their journey to financial wellness.
We take a collaborative approach with every organization we support. First, we listen
Not to worry! We meet participants where they are.
We offer a variety of customizable, high-quality financial literacy/personal finance education programs designed to prepare your community for their next step on their journey to financial wellness.
We take a collaborative approach with every organization we support. First, we listen, tailor our programs -- including a Case Study Report -- to your mission and work alongside you to expand your reach and deepen your impact.
Our commitment to high standards and measurable outcomes ensures that every program we deliver is meaningful, effective, and aligned with your community’s needs.
We use comprehensive measurement tools to demonstrate our financial literacy/personal finance education programs' positive impact on modifying behavior for immediate action steps for a life of economic well-being.
Case Study Report is provided to all partners and community allies.
Why Work With Us
Personalized service tailored to your unique needs.
Experienced professionals dedicated to your success.
Proven results that speak for themselves.
