Budgeting & Saving for a
World on Fire
Facilitated by Leo Aquino, Queer & Trans Wealth
Tuesday, July 21st
6:30 pm EST/ 5:30 pm CST
3:30 pm PST
Budgeting & Saving for a World on Fire
What’s the point of trying to make a budget or save for retirement when climate change and world wars are underway? This workshop will teach you how to reframe your relationship with money while addressing financial nuts & bolts to help you navigate capitalism with more ease.
Objectives:
● Understand how to navigate finances as an anti-capitalist
● Introduce basic budgeting, saving, and retirement planning
concepts
● Reduce shame around talking about money
Students will learn:
● How to create a budget that works for your current needs &
lifestyle
● How to juggle multiple savings and debt payoff goals
● How to use credit cards responsibly
Sliding Scale Pricing:
Virtual & In-Person
Reset-Retreat Experience in
Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica
August 27th-September 2nd, 2026
6 Nights & 7 Days
About Us
We are a non-profit that organizes and facilitates holistic wellness based travel and retreat spaces that cultivate community connection spaces for changemakers, organizational teams, solo travelers and chosen families.
Mission
Curate transformational holistic wellness, travel and connection spaces that nourish and empower leaders invested in social impact and community care.
Timed to align with Costa Rica's vibrant celebrations of Black Caribbean history, culture, and communal impact, this retreat offers an immersive and values-driven travel experience while investing in your holistic growth.
Set on the Caribbean coast, the Limón province, the retreat combines intentional community building, meaningful self-exploration, and a deeply transformative travel experience. Before the retreat, Chosen Fam will partake in curated workshops, co-work and breathing spaces, and the intentional community connection spaces.
*All donations made towards participation in the Chosen Reset-Retreat experiences are tax refundable.
FAQs
Can I sign up for ONLY the Virtual Reset-Retreat experience?
No, prior leadership experience is not required. Our programs are open to a range of backgrounds.
How many meals are included in the experience?
Daily Breakfast, 2 Lunch & 1 Dinner
Are Payment Plans available?
Yes, you’re welcome to pay in full or pay within a 4-6 month period. We require a $500 downpayment.