Winnebago County

Shopping for back-to-school is an annual ritual for many families. Christine Kniep, University of Wisconsin-Extension family living agent in Winnebago County says it’s also a chance to show kids how to plan and make smart budget decisions. “Even if you need to reduce back-to-school spending this year, use the experience as an opportunity. Involving children and youth [...]

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Money Smart Week Wisconsin is an ongoing social awareness campaign and the first statewide event of its kind in the country. It was created by the Governor’s Council on Financial Literacy which Governor Jim Doyle formed to advise him about how to improve financial literacy in Wisconsin. It is modeled closely after similarpromotions run by [...]

Learning to $ave is Fun at the Big Read! Kids will receive a free copy of the phenomenally popular Little Critter book Just Saving My Money. Parents, you can sign up children 8 and younger for this event, which includes a story time, songs and other fun activities. Be one of the first to call [...]

Get Checking Workshop Want to save money cashing your paychecks? Want a safe place to keep your funds? Need a second chance? Then come to a Get Checking workshop! Sharpen your financial skills and qualify for a checking account by attending this workshop. Get Checking workshops offer a convenient way to open a checking account, [...]