Education & planning · Charleston, SC (Charleston County)
Community & Church Financial Literacy Seminars in Charleston, South Carolina
23.6% of Charleston households include children under 18, well below the U.S. figure of 29.8%. Educational workshops on how money works, debt basics, and protection concepts for churches, nonprofits, and employers — complimentary to host. Olive, a licensed agent with Manna Financial Services, helps Charleston, SC households compare community financial literacy workshops by phone or video, and the first conversation is free.
What matters for community financial literacy workshops in Charleston
Charleston has about 153,700 residents, 23.6% of households with children and 17.4% of residents 65 or older, so workshop topics range from protecting a young family to planning for Medicare.
Charleston by the numbers
- 23.6% of Charleston households include children under 18, well below the U.S. figure of 29.8%.
- 57.8% of Charleston homes are owner-occupied (U.S.: 65.0%), and the median home value is $518,400, well above the U.S. median of $303,400.
- The median household income in Charleston is $90,452, above the U.S. average of $78,538.
- 11.2% of Charleston workers are self-employed, above the U.S. figure of 9.8%. Self-employed people have no employer plan for health, life or disability coverage.
Charleston and nearby communities
| Place | Households with children | 65 or older | Median household income |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charleston | 23.6% | 17.4% | $90,452 |
| Houston | 31.2% | 12.1% | $62,894 |
| San Antonio | 32.8% | 13.4% | $62,322 |
| Dallas | 28.6% | 11.8% | $67,760 |
| U.S. | 29.8% | 17.7% | $78,538 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates.
How we help with community financial literacy workshops
- 60–90 minute workshops for congregations and community groups
- Topics such as compounding basics, protection concepts, and debt cash flow
- Workbooks or digital guides for registered attendees when available
- Education-first environment during the presentation
Read our full guide to community financial literacy workshops
Rules that apply in South Carolina
- Our education sessions are free and come with no obligation to buy.
- We do not give tax, legal, investment or credit-counseling advice; we refer you to the right professional when needed.
Questions from Charleston
Is there a cost for our church or organization to host?
No. Community financial literacy seminars are complimentary as part of Manna Financial Services' educational outreach.
Do I need to visit an office in Charleston?
No. Olive works with Charleston and Charleston County households by phone or video, so you can compare options from home. Most applications and signatures can be completed online.
Community & Church Financial Literacy Seminars near Charleston
Talk with Olive about community financial literacy workshops.
Free, no obligation, by phone or video. Or call or text (937) 388-5346.