Budgets & Resources

It’s no secret that Americans all over the country are struggling financially. Rising interest rates, the inflated cost of consumer goods, and the thread of a recession have many feeling as though they’ll never be on firm financial footing again. Our Budgets & Resources pieces are designed to help, whether you need government assistance or want to find a way to bring extra income into your home.

Taking control of your financial life is key to self-reliance. These resources will give you actionable tools you need to make progress. Combine them with our Daylight Dailies and Together We Soar stories and you’ll be armed to make the best decisions possible for your family.

Are You Really Prepared for an Emergency While on the Road?

(NationRise.com) - Many Americans live in places with poor public transit access or require a car to get to work or school on a...

What You Can Do to Become More Involved in Local Politics

(NationRise.com) - If you feel called to make a difference, consider becoming involved in local politics. In the United States, we often fail to...
Juneteenth

Exploring the History of Juneteenth

(NationRise.com) - Juneteenth, a simplification of June Nineteenth, is an important part of history as it represents the effective end of slavery in the...
Manhattan Project

What Was the Manhattan Project?

(NationRise.com) - World War II saw the rapid advancement of weaponry from all sides of the war. While Hitler had plenty of secret projects...
Andrew Jackson, the "Violent President"

Andrew Jackson, the “Violent President”

(NationRise.com) - Andrew Jackson, the figure we see on the $20 bill, served the United States as its 7th president. Jackson had one goal...
EO 10990 (JFK Makes the Workplace Safer)

JFK Made the Workplace Safer with EO 10990

(NationRise.com) - Some of us have dangerous jobs, and injury or even death is a very real possibility. These risks are still prevalent, even...
An End to Slavery: 13th Amendment

An End to Slavery: 13th Amendment

(NationRise.com) - Slavery was certainly one of the darkest eras in American history. Thankfully, the US got past the barbaric practice, though be it...
Symbols on the Dollar Bill and What They Mean

Symbols on the Dollar Bill and What They Mean

(NationRise.com) - Whether you’re a conspiracy theorist or simply a devoted dollar note enthusiast, you’ve certainly noticed some strange symbols on the $1 bill....

Will You Qualify for $1,830 in Extra Social Security Benefits?

(NationRise.com) - Wouldn't it be wonderful if you could boost your social security benefits another $1,830? In 2023, many beneficiaries of social security get...

What to Do About Tax Debt (Hint: Don’t Ignore the IRS)

(NationRise.com) - Owing taxes is scary stuff. The media has created a negative reputation for the IRS, with outdated concepts of debtors' prisons and...

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