April 21, 2025

Richmond, VA — The City Treasurer's Office of Financial Empowerment, in partnership with the Office of Community Wealth Building, will present its 5th Annual Financial Literacy Fair on Wednesday, April 23, 2025 from 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. in the lobby of City Hall (900 E. Broad Street). The Financial Literacy Fair is an opportunity for Richmonders to learn how to be more secure in their finances.

"Finances are a constant challenge throughout the nation, and that includes in our beloved City of Richmond. We are excited to use this platform to equip both our residents and employees with tools to navigate financial obstacles and identify strategies to breakthrough financial barriers," said Richmond City Treasurer Nichole R. Armstead.

Attendees can expect vendor tables and workshop sessions offering financial information, tips, and resources.

Workshops

Workshops will be presented in quick, 30-minute segments on the following topics:

• Simple Keys to Rebuilding Credit
• Estate Planning & Building Wealth
• How to Grow a Business

Special attendees include:

• Miss Community Clovia Lawrence, Host
• Councilmember Ellen Robertson, 6th District
• Shunda Giles, Interim Deputy Chief Administrative Officer of Human Services
• Caprichia S. Spellman, Office of Community Wealth Building Director
• Nichole R. Armstead, Financial Empowerment Ambassador and Richmond City Treasurer

All participants will have the opportunity to win raffle prizes and gift cards. Light refreshments will be available. Residents can RSVP in advance to expedite registration at the event by using this RSVP link or visit rva.gov/treasurer.