Military Money Matters

Credit, Budgeting & Smart Financial Decisions

Join us for a practical conversation about preparing for military life, managing money with confidence, and helping young service members build strong financial habits.

Monday, November 23, 20266:30 PM ESTFREE Live Virtual Event

Event information

Join Us for the Conversation

Financial readiness is a key part of entering military service. Whether you're preparing to enlist or supporting someone who is, this conversation will help you understand what to plan for, what to watch out for, and how to build a solid foundation for the future.

For future service members and their families: Parents, spouses, mentors and other loved ones are welcome to participate, ask questions and learn together.

Topics we'll cover

What We'll Talk About

We'll explore everyday financial decisions that can make a big difference before and during military service.

Banking & Military Pay

Prepare for enlistment with banking basics, direct deposit, and a clearer understanding of military pay.

Budgeting & Saving

Build a realistic budget, start an emergency fund, and use that first steady paycheck wisely.

Credit & Debt

Learn to build credit responsibly, manage debt, and avoid costly financial mistakes.

Financial Risks & Scams

Recognize common financial traps and explore resources that can help protect service members.

Supporting Financial Independence

See how parents and loved ones can encourage healthy habits while helping young adults make their own decisions.

LIVE Q&A

Bring your questions, share experiences, and take part in a supportive live conversation.

The people behind the conversation

Meet Our Guest & Host

Featured Guest

Jill Castilla

Banking Leader • Military Veteran • Founder of ROGER

Jill brings a perspective shaped by her own military service, her experience as a military spouse and mother of two military officers, and her work in banking leadership. Her commitment to military families helped inspire ROGER, a bank designed with the military community in mind.

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Event Host

Hilari B. Luck

Director of OCS Connect

As Director of OCS Connect at Our Community Salutes USA, Hilari is dedicated to supporting young service members and their families through the transition into military life. A proud three-star Blue Star Mom with three sons serving in the U.S. Air Force, she brings personal experience, practical guidance, and a passion for building community.

Reserve Your Spot

Join OCS Connect for this free virtual event about credit, budgeting and making smarter financial decisions before and during military service.

Monday, November 23, 2026 • 6:30 PM EST

Choose this event on the OCS Connect signup form.

One mission, one community.