Extension
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| 2056 - Financial Education - General | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2056.1) | 10 |
Number of individuals who gained knowledge related to financial management |
| 2056.2) | 10 |
Number of individuals who made a sound financial decision (regarding credit, budgeting, savings, and/or debt) |
| 2056.3) | 0 |
Number of those who have successfully completed financial management and/or career readiness programs that will help set future goals |
| 2056.5) | 10 |
Number of individuals who implemented at least one strategy to reduce expenses or manage money |
| 2056.4) | 0 |
Number of individuals who implemented strategies to avoid breaches in personal or financial security |
| 2056.6) | 0 |
Number of individuals who reported increased levels of understanding in the area: identifying estate planning strategies for the family, farming operation, or business |
| 2056.7) | 0 |
Number of individuals who took action toward implementing at least one estate planning strategy in regard to the subject matter presented |
| 2056.8) | 0 |
Dollars reported saved as a result of participating in a financial education program |
| 2056.9) | 0 |
Number of participants who attended age-related housing, financial, and estate planning programs not identified as a “major program.” Major age-related programs include: Keys to Embracing Again, 10 Warning Signs, and AARP Prepare to Care |
Author: Karli Giles
Major Program: Financial Education - General
The Jessamine County Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Agent partnered with Bluegrass Community Action Partnership to host a five-week online series on Financial Management. The sessions were 30-45 minutes and covered basic budgeting, credit repair, saving, scams, and couponing—the program utilized PowerPoint slides to share the information with the class and facilitated group discussions. The sessions averaged 8-10 participants per session, roughly a 300% attendance increase compared
