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💰 The Great Walmart Challenge: Can You Survive on $100 This Week?
Happy Monday, Money Explorer!
Life is full of choices—and money touches every one of them. But budgeting isn’t just about math… it’s about mindset, creativity, and knowing your priorities.
That’s why this week’s Money Monday is more than a tip—it’s an experience.
We’re sending you on a virtual mission to see what real-life budgeting feels like when every dollar counts.
Let’s get started with…
🎯 The Great Walmart Budget Challenge!
🧠 Your Scenario:
You just moved out and started working part-time at Walmart. You’re bringing home about $280 a week after taxes.
After rent, your phone bill, and transportation costs, you’ve got $100 left to survive the week.
Could you do it?
🛒 Your Mission:
Go to Walmart.com and fill your virtual cart with:
✅ Food (enough for 7 days)
✅ Toiletries (shampoo, toothpaste, etc.)
✅ Cleaning supplies (dish soap, laundry detergent)
✅ Personal care (deodorant, face wash)
✅ One fun extra (snack, treat, or comfort item)
⏰ Your budget: $100
Can you stay under budget? What would you cut if you had only $60?
🖨️ Want to make this even more fun?
Download our cute printable worksheet:
👉 The Great Walmart Budget Challenge (PDF)
🎓 Bonus Round: Walmart Pays for College?
If you really did work at Walmart, you could also get your college degree for $1 a day or less through their Live Better U program.
They cover:
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Tuition
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Books
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Certifications
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Degrees at top schools
Oh—and Walmart also offers scholarships for employee dependents!
Now that’s what we call a smart financial move. 💡
💬 Quote of the Week:
“A budget is telling your money where to go instead of wondering where it went.” – Dave Ramsey
🎯 Challenge of the Week:
Send this challenge to a friend or family member and compare your carts. Who’s the better budgeter? Who’s the snack hoarder? 👀
🧠 Fun Fact of the Week:
The average young adult spends $120–$150/month on toiletries, personal care, and cleaning items—more than most people expect!
👋 Final Thoughts:
This week, don’t just learn about money—interact with it.
Play the game. Stretch your thinking. See how your choices add up.
Every smart decision you practice today builds the confident, capable future you want tomorrow.
And remember: it’s not about having it all—it’s about knowing what really matters.
Until next week,
Keep making money moves that matter. 💥
— The Money Monday Team