Family Budgeting Made Easy
Transform your family's financial future with practical tools and strategies designed for today's households.
About Bargooseucd
Founded in 2015, Bargooseucd emerged from a simple observation: families needed specialized financial guidance that addressed their unique challenges. Our founder, Sarah Mensah, witnessed firsthand how traditional financial education failed to address the complexities of household management, children's expenses, and long-term family planning.
Today, we're proud to serve thousands of families across Ghana and beyond, providing practical tools that transform household finances. Our approach combines time-tested budgeting principles with innovative strategies tailored specifically for family units. We believe that financial stability is the foundation upon which families can build their dreams and secure their futures.
What sets us apart is our recognition that every family's financial journey is unique. Whether you're planning for your children's education, managing household expenses, or preparing for major life transitions, our curriculum adapts to your specific needs while teaching universal principles of smart money management.
Our Services
Family Budgeting Course
Our flagship 8-week course guides families through creating sustainable household budgets. Learn practical methods for tracking expenses, setting financial goals, and creating systems that work for your entire family. Includes weekly coaching sessions and customized budget templates.
Education Planning Workshop
Specialized 3-day workshop focused on managing school expenses from primary to university levels. Learn strategies for saving, finding scholarships, and planning for educational costs while balancing other family needs. Includes long-term education funding calculators and saving strategies.
Family Credit Management
Learn responsible credit use in this 4-session program. Understand how to leverage credit effectively while avoiding common pitfalls that affect families. Includes personalized debt reduction plans, credit score improvement strategies, and tools for teaching children about responsible borrowing.
Free Family Finance Webinars
Our Community
At Bargooseucd, we believe that financial success thrives in supportive communities. Our vibrant network of families provides encouragement, accountability, and shared wisdom as you navigate your financial journey. When you join our programs, you become part of a compassionate community that celebrates your progress and supports you through challenges.
Our monthly community meetups in Takoradi create space for families to connect, share experiences, and learn from each other's financial journeys. These gatherings complement our formal education with real-world perspectives and peer support that proves invaluable for long-term success. Many graduates cite our community as the secret ingredient that helped them maintain their financial progress.
Beyond physical meetups, our active online forums and regional WhatsApp groups keep you connected to fellow families who understand your specific financial context. Whether you're seeking advice on local school expenses, negotiating utility bills, or finding creative ways to reduce household costs, our community members are there with practical, tested solutions.
"The Bargooseucd community changed everything for us. Having other families to share ideas with and keep us accountable made all the difference in sticking to our budget."
— The Mensah Family, TakoradiHelpful Resources
Government Financial Assistance
Explore government programs that can help support your family's financial planning.
Ghana Government Financial SupportEducational Scholarships
Find scholarships and grants to help with your children's educational expenses.
Scholarship DatabaseFinancial Planning Tools
Access free online calculators and planning tools for your family budget.
Mint Budget ToolsCredit Score Improvement
Learn strategies to build and improve your family's credit history.
Credit Education CenterOur Partners
We collaborate with trusted organizations to provide comprehensive financial education and support for families.
GCB Bank
Providing special savings accounts and financial products designed for our program graduates.
Takoradi Educational Council
Collaborating on school expense planning workshops and scholarship information sessions.
Ghana Family Network
Supporting community initiatives and providing venues for our family financial meetups.
Financial Literacy Foundation
Providing additional resources and research to enhance our curriculum and teaching methods.
Accolades & Recognition
2022 Financial Education Excellence Award
Recognized by the Ghana Association of Financial Educators for our innovative family-centered approach to financial literacy.
Top Community Impact Program
Selected by the Western Region Business Council for measurable improvements in family financial outcomes across Takoradi.
Educational Partner of the Year
Awarded by the School Administrators Association of Ghana for our work in helping families manage educational expenses effectively.
Featured in Financial Times Africa
"Bargooseucd is revolutionizing how families approach household finances with culturally-relevant, practical education that produces real results."
Behind the Scenes
Our Curriculum Development Process
Our curriculum undergoes a rigorous development process that begins with extensive research into the specific financial challenges facing Ghanaian families. We combine academic research with practical insights gathered from focus groups and community surveys. Our team of financial educators, family counselors, and curriculum designers then craft engaging learning materials that address real-world scenarios.
Each module is tested with pilot groups and refined based on participant feedback before being incorporated into our programs. This iterative approach ensures our materials remain relevant, practical, and effective for diverse family situations.
How We Train Our Facilitators
Bargooseucd facilitators undergo a comprehensive training program that goes beyond financial knowledge. Our 120-hour certification process includes financial principles, adult education techniques, family dynamics, and cultural sensitivity. Facilitators learn to create safe, inclusive learning environments where families feel comfortable discussing personal financial matters.
Ongoing professional development ensures our team stays current with evolving financial products, educational methods, and family support strategies. This investment in our facilitators translates to exceptional learning experiences for participating families.
Our Impact Measurement Approach
We take a data-driven approach to understanding our impact on family financial wellbeing. Participating families complete confidential financial assessments at program start, completion, and at 6-month intervals thereafter. These assessments measure concrete metrics like debt reduction, savings increases, and educational fund growth, as well as qualitative factors like financial confidence and family communication about money.
This rigorous approach to impact measurement allows us to continuously improve our programs and demonstrate their effectiveness to partners and funders. More importantly, it helps families see their own progress in quantifiable terms.
Upcoming Events
Family Budget Bootcamp
Takoradi Community Center
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
An intensive one-day workshop for families ready to transform their financial habits. Bring your household bills and financial documents for hands-on budgeting assistance.
School Expenses Planning Session
GCB Bank Community Hall
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Learn strategies for managing the upcoming school year expenses, from fees and uniforms to supplies and extracurricular activities. Special focus on scholarship applications.
Community Financial Fair
Chapel Hill Community Square
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Join us for a day of financial resources, free consultations, children's money activities, and connecting with other families committed to financial wellness.
Press & Media
"Bargooseucd's innovative approach to family financial education is setting new standards across West Africa."
March 2023
"The tangible results achieved by families who complete the Bargooseucd program demonstrate the power of targeted financial education."
January 2023
"Their curriculum specifically addressing school expenses has helped countless families navigate the rising costs of education without compromising quality."
November 2022
"A local success story that's changing how families in our community think about and manage their household finances."
October 2022Get In Touch
Contact Information
Address
7 Chapel Hill, Takoradi, Ghana
Phone
+233 31 202 4451
Office Hours
Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM