Money Mapping: A Simple Guide to Tracking Your Spending Every Month
Ever wonder where your money goes every month? You’re not alone. A money map is a simple way to track your spending, spot problem areas, and take charge of your
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Two women passionate and successful in the transportation industry saw the need to centralize women-led entrepreneurs to work smarter together. They created the first transformation community co-op platform for all women-led businesses and services to leverage each other’s resources, reduce cost, while making it easier to scale our businesses and demand more from the industry.
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REAL CLIENT STORIES
“The Transformation Community Family has helped me learn so much about this industry before I overly invested in equipment. I really appreciate being able to leverage the community resources such as leasing a DOT Authority from a member to start my car haul business. I would have spent way more money than I could afford if I didn’t have access to community members. “.
Christel A Car Hauler
“I was able to find a good dispatcher through TTC to help me find loads for my 26 Foot Box Truck.”
Eric C. Box Truck Owner and Operator
“I really appreciate TTC’s direct coaching and networking opportunities that have helped me make more informed decisions on how I want to build my business.”
Jamal L. Box Truck Owner and Operator
“I needed a driver for my Box Truck numerous times and I was able to use the TTC community to keep my trucks running whether I needed just drivers or drivers with their own equipment.”
Maurice T. Box Truck Fleet Owner
Did You Know Basic Life Needs Are Not Being Met in Many Communities?
FOOD/CLOTHES
Child Food Insecurity Approximately 1 in 4 children in Cook County are at risk of hunger, with higher rates in the south suburbs. In some communities, nearly half of the children live in food-insecure households. SNAP Participation Despite the high levels of need, only about 64% of eligible individuals in Cook County participate in the SNAP program, leaving a significant portion of the population without access to this critical support. Food Desert Classification Many south suburban areas are classified as food deserts. This means residents have limited access to grocery stores that offer fresh and affordable food. Food pantries in the south suburbs have seen a dramatic increase in demand. For example, the Greater Chicago Food Depository, which serves Cook County, has reported that the number of people seeking food assistance has continued to rise, particularly in these high-need areas.
HOUSING/ UTILITIES
Poverty and Unemployment: These communities also have high poverty rates and unemployment, contributing to food insecurity. The median household income in these areas is significantly lower than the national average, and many residents struggle to afford basic necessities, including housing and utilities (phone, electric, gas internet). For example, in Ford Heights, the unemployment rate is nearly double that of the broader Cook County area, contributing to the high housing and food insecurity rate.
TRANSPORTATION/ HEALTHCARE
Disproportionate Impact on Minorities: The south suburbs are predominantly home to Black and Latino populations, who are disproportionately affected by food, transportation, healthcare, school supplies insecurity due to systemic inequities, including limited access to well-paying jobs and essential services.
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