Back to Paying Off Your Student Loan
Like it or not…wanted to or not, it’s here. Student loan repayment officially begins on October 1st, 2023. The interest has already restarted in September,
Author: Steph Hutchison
Developing Your Debt Payoff Strategy
When we talk about debt payoff strategies, we often toss around the terms snowball and avalanche. What do globs of frozen precipitation and natural disasters
Fresh Pesto Recipe on a Budget
Once in a while, you will find fresh basil leaves at Birch in large quantities. This pesto recipe is easy to put together quickly and
What’s in Your Cart?
Finding Balance While Shopping While some people seem to be perfectly in tune with what they need when they go to the grocery store, I
Beef & Bok Choy Recipe
In the BCS warehouse, you can often find delicious leafy greens like bok choy on the floor or in the freezer area. Thanks to Henry
The Psychological Impact of Financial Stress
Financial stress can have a significant psychological impact on individuals and families. This means that our participants are experiencing more than just a tightening of
The Basics of Food Preservation: Make the Most of Birch Food
As we head into warmer months, we also approach an abundance of fresh fruits and vegetables. Health experts agree that making half of your plate
How to Know If Your Food Has Gone Bad
“Is This Still Good?”: Understanding Expiration Dates & Shelf Life ofFoods When shopping for your family, it is sometimes hard to know which foods are
Top 15 Scams and How to Avoid Falling Victim to Them
This week is National Consumer Protection Week and is the perfect time to share some valuable information from Clackamas County Bank (which you can find
New Year, New Way
A Letter from our Financial Literacy Team: Dear Friends, Are you on a mission? Is your Family Vision driving your life? These questions are not