Welcome to GrowSecurely.org

At GrowSecurely, our mission is simple: to educate and empower individuals to take control of their personal finances and build a secure financial future. From budgeting and credit building to investing and protecting against fraud, we offer clear, trustworthy guidance on every aspect of personal finance. Whether you're starting from scratch, recovering from debt, or working toward financial independence, we’re here to support you every step of the way.

Our Mission

We’re here to break down the complexity of personal finance into simple, actionable steps. Our goal is to equip you with the knowledge and tools you need to:

  • Build and maintain strong credit

  • Create and stick to a budget

  • Understand debt and manage it wisely

  • Make smart savings decisions

  • Protect your identity and financial information

  • Plan for the life you want—financially and personally

  • ... and more

Why We Do This

We believe financial education is the key to long-term security and freedom. Too many people feel overwhelmed, anxious, or left out of the financial system. We do not learn key and critical factors to build financial freedom in the school system. We’re changing that by creating learning pathways that are:

  • Beginner-friendly

  • Practical and interactive

  • Grounded in real-life examples

  • Backed by expert insight

  • We’re not just a resource—we’re a community.

Meet the Team

Hunter Podell brings over 9 years of experience in digital strategy, community building, and platform development. He has worked on some of the largest community-based educational resources on the web, including HeartValveSurgery.com. His passion for consumer advocacy through education fuels GrowSecurely's mission to lead people to financial stability. More about Hunter.

Dan Fayad, MHA, is an experienced educator and administrator with 8+ years in consumer & patient advocacy as well as content development. His focus is helping people build financial stability through practical, relatable learning pathways. More about Dan.

What We Offer

  • Free, step-by-step educational resources on topics like budgeting, debt management, credit, saving, and more

  • Hands-on tools and worksheets including planners, calculators, and step-by-step guides

  • Product and service reviews based on real usage and experience, not just specs or marketing claims

  • A supportive and growing community with accountability tools and ongoing encouragement

Our Promise to You

  • Quality Education – Expert-developed, easy-to-understand content for all financial levels

  • Transparency – Clear explanations and no hidden agendas

  • Your Goals First – We support your financial journey, whether it's saving for a house, becoming debt-free, or building generational wealth

We’re more than a website—we’re your financial learning partner. Our community is growing every day, and we’d love to have you with us. Have questions or need help? Reach out anytime—our team is here to support your journey.