For Black History Month, we focused on a simple truth: building a stronger financial future requires understanding the past. Throughout February, we explored the history behind Connecticut’s wealth gap and how longstanding systems have shaped economic opportunity across generations. We highlighted The Crow, a historic publication celebrating Black achievement, reminding us that Black wealth and innovation have always existed, even when access to opportunity was limited. While we have made progress, the racial wealth gap still persists, highlighting the need for intentional wealth building efforts. Explore the full series and join the conversation on our social media.

Women's History Month Spotlight

In honor of Women’s History Month, we celebrate Sarah Boone, an inventor from New Haven who improved and patented the modern ironing board in 1892. By securing a patent, Boone turned her idea into an owned asset, a key foundation of wealth building. Her story reminds us that when women have access to opportunity, capital, and systems that support their ideas, innovation can grow into generational wealth.

Wealth Accelerator Featured on The Tim & Trav Podcast

"The Wealth Accelerator is designed to scale in a way that First Haven is not… the problems we’re seeing in New Haven, Bridgeport, and New London are the same problems other communities face nationwide.” On The Tim & Trav Podcast, our Executive Director shared how Wealth Accelerator CT is breaking down systemic barriers to wealth for low-income individuals. He highlighted that wealth building is ultimately about people, opportunity, and creating sustainable pathways to generational economic impact.

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