Upcoming Events

Financial Literacy Workshops 2026–2027

SHARE Head Start / Early Head Start

Financial Literacy Workshops

2026–2027 – For All Families

Presented with Greenville Federal Credit Union

Learn. Plan. Save. Build a Brighter Tomorrow!

Want to Save $400 This School Year?

Join Greenville Federal Credit Union for a monthly financial education workshop and earn up to $200 in a savings match!

How It Works

1. There are four classes each semester.
2. Attend at least three classes.
3. Save $100 during the semester.
4. During December and May, attendance and savings will be verified and the $100 match will be deposited into your account.

Earn up to $200 in a Savings Match!

Workshop Schedule

September 22 – Pleasant Valley Head Start Center
Budgeting and Savings – Importance of emergency savings

October 27 – North Franklin Head Start Center
Credit Scores and Repairing Credit

November 24 – Pleasant Valley Head Start Center
Lending – Auto loans and the loan process

December 15 – North Franklin Head Start Center
Mortgages and the Value of Home Ownership

January 26 – Pleasant Valley Head Start Center
Preparing for Homeownership – Types of loans (FHA, HUD, USDA), down payments, and Q&A with a mortgage expert

February 23 – North Franklin Head Start Center
Fraud and Avoiding Financial Scams

March 23 – Pleasant Valley Head Start Center
Planning for the Future – Retirement and college funds, protecting assets with insurance

April 27 – North Franklin Head Start Center
Entrepreneurship – Steps to starting your own business and applying for an LLC

May 18 – Pleasant Valley Head Start Center
Parent Celebration – Honor those who earned the savings match

All workshops are held on the 4th Tuesday of each month at 12:00 Noon.

Pleasant Valley Head Start Center
26 Sherman Lane
Greenville, SC 29607

North Franklin Head Start Center
925 North Franklin Road
Greenville, SC 29617

Join by Zoom
Meeting ID: 893 6395 0319
Passcode: money

Dial by Phone: 1 (305) 224-1968

Sessions provided by Greenville Federal Credit Union.

For more information, contact:
Patrice Hawthorne, Family Partnership Facilitator
(864) 226-0367 Ext. 102

Head Start Male Engagement Kick-Off

Head Start Male Engagement Kick-Off

Fathers & Father Figures — Let’s Show Up!
Let Your Voices Be Heard. We Need You!

Wear Your Favorite Team Jersey!
Come representing your favorite team!

Win a Special Gift
for the Best Dressed Team Attire!

Friday, October 16, 2026
10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Lakeside Park
1500 Piedmont Hwy
Piedmont, SC 29673
(Take Exit 40 from Hwy 85)

Lunch Will Be Served!

Come out, connect with other fathers and father figures, and be part of the conversation.

Your presence matters. Your voice matters.

Fathers • Grandfathers • Stepfathers • Uncles • Male Role Models

Adults Only — No Children Please.

Show Up. Speak Up. Get Engaged!

Register Here

Community Impact Day

Community Action
Helping People. Changing Lives.

Head Start
Stronger Families. Brighter Futures.

Save the Date!

Community Impact Day

Head Start Awareness Month

Speak Out!
To Save Community Action and Head Start!

Our Voices. Our Families. Our Future.

Saturday, October 31st
11:00 A.M. – 2:00 P.M.

SHARE Main Office
254 South Pleasantburg Drive
Greenville, SC 29607

Stronger Families. Stronger Communities.

Wear Red!
In support of Community Action & Head Start.

Community Vendors / Partners Wanted

We are seeking community vendors and partners to participate in our Community Action Agency & Head Start Awareness Impact Day. Please suggest two (2) community vendors or partners and/or food trucks that you think would be a great addition to our event.

Examples: local businesses, nonprofit organizations, health and wellness resources, educational services, community agencies, etc.

Download the Vendor Form

Parents • Grandparents • Families & Friends Welcome!

Saturday, October 31st, 2026
11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

254 South Pleasantburg Drive
Greenville, SC 29607

Fun for the Entire Family!

Activities include:

• Face Painting
• Door Prizes
• Costume/Attire Contest — Gifts for the Top 3 Best Dressed!
• Pumpkin Decorating Contest
• Trunk-or-Treat with Over 15 Cars!
• Dance Contest
• Food Trucks
• Music, Games & Family Fun
• And Much More!

Donations & Volunteers Needed!

Help us make our Fall Festival a success!

Please call:

Patrice Hawthorne
864-226-0367 Ext. 102

SHARE Head Start / Early Head Start
Helping Families. Changing Lives.

Support • Share • Learn • Grow

Ladies, join us for real conversations on life, family, wellness, finances and more. Let’s share and learn from each other!

All ladies are welcome!
Mothers • Grandmothers • Aunts • Caregivers • Staff

November 19, 2026 – 12:00 Noon

Empowerment and Personal Growth

• Overcoming obstacles and achieving goals
• Self-care and mental health
• Building confidence and self-esteem

January 21, 2027 – 12:00 Noon

Career and Finance

• Professional development and career advancement
• Financial literacy and planning
• Entrepreneurship and small business ownership

March 25, 2027 – 12:00 Noon

Health and Wellness & Beauty and Self-Expression

• Physical health and fitness
• Mental health and stress management
• Nutrition and healthy eating
• Hair care and beauty routines
• Fashion and personal style
• Self-expression and individuality

May 13, 2027 – 12:00 Noon

Social Justice and Community

• Activism and advocacy
• Community building and networking
• Social and political issues affecting African American women

July 8, 2027 – 12:00 Noon

Personal Development and Spirituality & Resilience

• Faith and spirituality
• Personal values and purpose
• Mindfulness and meditation
• Sharing stories of triumph over challenges
• Strategies for coping with stress, trauma, and difficult emotions
• Building support networks and community for healing and growth

Join via Zoom
Meeting ID: 810 0405 5763
Passcode: ladies

Dial by Phone:
1 (305) 224-1968

Let’s Lift Each Other Up!
Stronger Women. Stronger Families.

For more information, contact:
Patrice Hawthorne, Family Partnership Facilitator
(864) 226-0367 Ext. 102

Supporting Women • Strengthening Families • Brighter Tomorrows