Dawn, a stay-at-home mom and currently going back to school to earn her bachelor’s degree, and Marco, a pipelayer and woodworker, have three young children together and share a passion for selling goods at flea markets. With help from Project Money, they’re hoping to turn paycheck-to-paycheck living into a life they can enjoy without financial stress. Project Money changed our lives—debt‑free degrees, stronger finances, and a future we never imagined. Ready to start yours... Organization = freedom. With Project Money, we’re trading chaos for clarity, parenting with presence, and spending with intention... Marco & Dawn went from just getting by to building a future—now saving for their kids’ college with pride and purpose... Marco & Dawn ditched pricey insurance and saved $120/month. Lesson learned: boring tasks = big wins. Smart habits > clever shortcuts... Trading a dream truck for a beater to crush debt—$500 freed up, family prioritized, and one bold step closer to financial freedom... Marco and Dawn turned a budgeting snag into a win—getting creative with side hustles to stay on track and grow their savings... From splash pads to school prep, Marco and Dawn shift focus to budget-friendly fun, learning to save without missing out on summer joy... Dawn & Marco share how financial coaching, open conversations, and savings helped them tackle life’s challenges and grow closer—financially and personally... Marco and Dawn reflect on budgeting for birthdays, big trips, and mindset shifts—proving you can celebrate life without derailing your financial goals...