Credit unions have promoted thrift - the practice of regular saving,
wise borrowing and prudent financial decision-making - for more than 80
years in Wisconsin.
This page contains information and resources on Wisconsin credit
union's financial education efforts. A few key initiatives include:
brass|STUDENT
PROGRAM
The brass|STUDENT PROGRAM promotes responsible money management to many
of Wisconsin's public high schools and is supported by the Wisconsin
Credit Union Foundation.
Investor
Education in Your Workplace (formally known as
RP3)
The next phase of a workplace-based financial education program
pioneered by Wisconsin credit unions.
Money
Smart Week Wisconsin
Money Smart Week Wisconsin is a joint effort by organizations across the
state to hold events, workshops and presentations that promote financial
education. Credit unions are encouraged to participate.
Making the case for financial literacy
12 reasons why credit unions should promote financial education, along with a collection of personal finance statistics
CUNA's Personal Finance Initiative
This website includes many important resources, including research reports, current news, and other discussions to help your credit union keep up on personal finance intiatives.
How to get involved
Some of the ways your credit union can get involved in financial education
Credit unions and youth-run branches
In-School branches are used by Credit Unions all over the state to help students become financially literate.
Financial Education Resources
Use these resources to help you expand your credit union's financial education offerings.
A few key initiatives include: