From P2P payment apps to digital banking, fintech has ushered in a great deal of change over the past few decades alone. For the first time in history, a whole new generation of banking members has been raised to expect brands to offer technology to go along with their services.
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The Spave Team’s 2024 Goals and Resolutions
At Spave, we don’t just talk—we live by action. We believe that approaching giving with the same importance as saving is key to your unlocking financial wholeness. In our work, that means ensuring the Spave app makes giving and saving as easy and impactful as possible. So, when we shared our tips on how to make resolutions last in the new year, we also took the time to make personal goals that help us adjust our habits for the better. Here’s what our team is working on in the coming year:
“A Peloton 52-week streak— which means working out consecutively for 52 weeks. Peloton’s analytics dashboard keeps me motivated! I also want to “slow down” and enjoy the everyday moments with my 4-year-old and husband.”
– Katie T., Partnership & Marketing Manager“Read more books—I’ve started with The Mindful Brain by Daniel Siegel.”
– Brianna P., Chief Brand Officer“Cook myself dinner at least 4 times a week and visit my grandparents at least twice a month.”
– Max M., Product Manager“More spaving, more movement, more time with friends—and to think about doing weight training! To do lists and putting things on my calendar motivates me to reach my goals.”
– Shannan H., Purpose Program Manager“’Extreme accountability’ is my new mantra for 2024 — embracing it with humble boldness.”
– Susan L., Founder & Chief Executive Officer“2024 is about improving my overall health through exercising at least 5 days per week, doing random acts of kindness, journaling and reading at least 1 book a month.”
– Amy K., Chief Operating Officer“Balance work and training to complete a 100 mile running race.”
– Alex R., Director of Software DevelopmentWe’re so excited to strive for our goals and growth! In the coming weeks, you can also expect updates how we’re going to further refine and develop the Spave app to hit some of our biggest goals yet.
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Spave Welcomes Alex Ross as Chief Technology Officer — Driving Innovation in Consumer FinTech
Spave, the pioneering consumer financial app seamlessly integrating philanthropy and savings with everyday purchases, proudly announces the appointment of Alex Ross as the new Chief Technology Officer. In this pivotal role, Ross will lead the technical vision and execution of Spave’s flagship mobile and web applications, reinforcing the company’s dedication to innovation and user-centric solutions.
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Stepping into this leadership role was the natural step for Ross. “As the father of four teenagers, a marathon runner who supports a nonprofit that helps people get back on their feet and a digital marketer for the Denver Colfax Marathon, Spave checks all my personal and professional boxes,” said Ross. -
Use Christmas Money to Donate to Your Favorite Non-Profits with Spave
Christmas money provides you with a unique opportunity. A lump sum of extra spending cash can make one huge splash or be used by spreading it out among a few projects and priorities. Maybe you’ve been waiting all year for enough funds to buy something big, or perhaps you like to spread it out and savor the Christmas spending until May. Either way, we would all love to be able to give more this year and transform lives.
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8 Steps that Make Resolutions Last
We won’t sugarcoat it: Sticking to a New Year’s resolution is hard! According to a recent Forbes Health survey, the average resolution lasts 3.74 months. Getting past three months is nothing to scoff at, but at Spave, we believe that the best habits should get you closer to your long-term goals. Three months just isn’t enough time to save for a dream home, build a nest egg for retirement, or make a lasting impact for the causes you care about. Read on to learn more about setting, keeping, and growing your resolutions for 2024.
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Spave: Transforming Lives with Every Swipe —Secure, Smart, and Socially Impactful
Spave, the trailblazing consumer financial app, proudly unveils the new redesign of Spave – a transformative leap in personal finance. The relaunched app offers a cutting-edge ability for consumers to transform the mundane act of spending into a purposeful and rewarding experience. This innovative upgrade seamlessly integrates philanthropy and savings with everyday purchases, revolutionizing the landscape of financial empowerment and social impact.
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6 Smart Holiday Spending Tips For Savvy Budgeting
Holiday spending has been steadily increasing in recent years. In fact, the National Retail Federation shows that consumers spent around $929.5 billion during the 2022 holiday season. That number is expected to increase between 3 and 4 percent this year. From gift buying to holiday festivities and travel, this can easily be an expensive time of year. -
Spave Nonprofit Network Profile: Meet Isaiah 117 House
The Spave nonprofit network is made up of more than 1.5 million accredited charities. That’s over 1.5 million missions, visions, and ambitions for making the world better for all. To help put that number into perspective, here’s a look at one of our nonprofit partners, Isaiah 117 House.
What They Do
Isaiah 117 House provides physical and emotional support in safe and loving homes for children awaiting foster care placement. With homes across 10 states, Isaiah 117 House offers warmth and love in a difficult time of transition for children in need of safety and stability. Volunteers at Isaiah 117 Houses provide clean clothes, fun toys, snuggly blankets and kind smiles while welfare workers do essential paperwork and find fitting placement.
Why They Do It
When founder Ronda Paulson and her husband Corey began training to become foster parents, they learned that foster children awaiting placement must wait in the sterile and cold office of the Department of Children’s Services. A year following training, they arrived at that office to meet their foster son, who needed a warm bath and new clothes. It was then that Ronda realized that new foster children needed more than what the system was capable of offering—and that’s where Isaiah 117 comes in.
How They’re Growing
The first Isaiah 117 House came to being in 2017. In six fast years, they’ve expanded across 10 states and work to open in more communities. With your Spavings, they’re able to bring necessities like toiletries and clothing and comforts like toys and events to more children experiencing life-changing moves.
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Unleashing Generosity: Minnesota’s Give to the Max Day and Spave’s Impact
As we approach the season of giving, there’s a special day on Minnesota’s calendar that resonates with the spirit of generosity – Give to the Max Day. This day, observed annually on the third Thursday in November, is a statewide movement that unites thousands of organizations and individuals to support causes close to their hearts. At Spave, we’re proud to be a part of this philanthropic celebration, and we invite you to join us in making a meaningful impact on the causes that matter.