Blog
Our blog features informative articles for our MFF students, Fellows and stakeholders; written by MFF staff and partners.
The Hidden Costs of Convenience: Food Delivery, Streaming, and Ride Shares
How Everyday Convenience Purchases Can Quietly Drain Your Budget (And How to Enjoy Them Without Overspending) In a world where technology brings the world to
Safe Places to Park Your Savings (and Still Earn Something)
One of the most common questions we hear at Morgan Franklin Foundation from young adults is refreshingly simple: “I’m finally saving some money — where
Announcing the Fall 2025 Financial Independence Scholarship Winner
The Morgan Franklin Foundation (MFF) is proud to announce the recipient of our Fall 2025 Financial Independence $1,000 Scholarship: Laura Rayon Chavero, a current college
When Is the Right Time to Start Investing — and How Do You Actually Get Started?
If you’ve ever thought: “I don’t make enough money to invest yet.” “I’ll start once I’m more financially stable.” “Investing is for rich people, not
2026 Financial Resolutions: A Practical Money Reset for Young Adults
A new year always feels like a clean slate — especially when you’re young and just starting to build your financial life. But if you’re
Last-Minute Year-End Tax Strategies and Financial Moves to Make
The final week of the year is a strange financial time. On one hand, everyone is focused on holidays, family, travel, and wrapping things up