JP Update: Giving Thanks and Giving Tuesday

Andrew BarnesThe JP UP date


Number 353                   December 1, 2025                        St. Louis

Happy Thanksgiving!

The Importance of Thanksgiving and Giving Tuesday at Justine PETERSEN


As we enter the holiday season, Thanksgiving and Giving Tuesday offer meaningful reminders of why our work at Justine PETERSEN matters. Thanksgiving gives us a moment to reflect on the partnerships, clients, and community members who make our mission possible. We are grateful for the families building credit, the entrepreneurs growing their businesses, and the partners who help us expand financial opportunity across the region.Tomorrow, Giving Tuesday invites us to turn that gratitude into action. It’s a chance for supporters to help strengthen our credit-building programs, small business lending, homeownership services, and financial education efforts. Every contribution, whether through giving, sharing, or advocating, helps us reach more individuals and families working toward financial stability.

Thanksgiving and Giving Tuesday highlight what we value most: community, generosity, and the belief that everyone deserves the chance to build a stronger financial future.


Upcoming Events

The Ignite Illinois Webinar Series is going strong!

Tune in live with our webinar series on Wednesdays at 12:00 PM!

To register, go to bit.ly/46n1w8i. All are welcome!

Save the Date! The JP Holiday Party is right around the corner! Register by clicking the QR code or going to bit.ly/47PCCND.

The Winter Holiday Market at the GREENCUBATOR!


JP QuickPay Is Here!

Want an easy $5?When you enroll in JPQuickPay, you will get a $5 credit on your account in just a few clicks. Send your confirmation to JPQuickpay@justinepetersen.org.


Ignite Illinois is More Than Just a Webinar

It’s a 20-week journey of learning, planning, and building that helps Southern Illinois entrepreneurs turn bold ideas into thriving businesses.


Shop Securely This Holiday Season


Holiday shopping is picking up, and so is the threat of online scams. You can protect your personal and financial information easily by following these simple steps:Embrace a Secure VPN: Never shop on public Wi-Fi. A Virtual Private Network keeps your sensitive data private and completely protected from prying eyes.

Vigilantly Monitor Your Information: Utilize dark web monitoring services. These tools alert you instantly if your personal data appears anywhere in a security breach.

Choose Trusted Retailers: Always look for the crucial “https://” in the web address and commit to shopping exclusively on reputable, well-known sites.

Fortify Your Passwords: Create unique, complex passwords for every account, or use a reliable password manager for maximum security and convenience.

Protecting your identity and credit during the busy holiday season is absolutely essential, and you never have to face this challenge alone.

Seize control of your financial future today with My Credit Compass! If you haven’t joined us yet, now is the perfect time to take that important step. Your path to financial empowerment awaits! Enroll today!


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