This article provides a printable chart that shows how to save $5,000 in a year. Each week you'll set aside a specific amount of money, as indicated by the chart. Cross off each week as you go. At the end of a year you'll have $5,000 saved! If you keep the money in an interest bearing account, like a high-yield savings account, you'll have even more with the interest.

The printable chart provided by Vital Dollar is a helpful way to stay accountable and keep yourself on track for your savings goals. While you'll still need discipline with your money management to accomplish the goal, a money saving challenge can be a fun way to increase your chances of success.

This article also provides some tips that can help you to lower your monthly bills in order to allow you to save more money without making major changes to your lifestyle.