In order to lead a truly altruistic life, it’s important to take stock of your own mental health, as well as those around you. There are a ton of free resources and tactics you can use to check-in and improve your mental clarity.

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (aka FAFSA) opened Oct. 1, 2021, for the 2022-2023 school year. And in a year where change feels near constant, the FAFSA application has undergone a few tweaks as well.

Kalman Chany, the president and founder of Campus Consultants, a firm that guides families through the financial aid process, provides a breakdown of why families should pay extra close attention to this year’s application.

It’s hard to believe that another month has come and gone. As we enter October and inch closer to the holiday season, year-end giving and volunteering also ramps up.