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Craig Wood, Ph.D
Acting Associate Dean & Director
UK Cooperative Extension Service

S-107 Ag. Science Center North Lexington, KY 40546-0091

+1 (859) 257-4302

craig.wood@uky.edu

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Contact Information

Craig Wood, Ph.D
Acting Associate Dean & Director
UK Cooperative Extension Service

S-107 Ag. Science Center North Lexington, KY 40546-0091

+1 (859) 257-4302

craig.wood@uky.edu




Fiscal Year:
Jul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025


Owsley County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025





2056 - Financial Education - General
2056.1) 224

Number of individuals who gained knowledge related to financial management

2056.2) 224

Number of individuals who made a sound financial decision (regarding credit, budgeting, savings, and/or debt)

2056.3) 224

Number of those who have successfully completed financial management and/or career readiness programs that will help set future goals

2056.4) 0

Number of individuals who implemented strategies to avoid breaches in personal or financial security

2056.5) 224

Number of individuals who implemented at least one strategy to reduce expenses or manage money

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) 500

Dollars reported saved as a result of participating in a financial education program

2056.9) 224

Number of participants who learned family resource management strategies



Success Stories

The Holiday Road Show 2024

Author: Rosa Smith

Major Program: Financial Education - General

The Holiday Road Show 2024

This year, the Quicksand Area Holiday Road Show brought festive inspiration and practical solutions to 238 participants across eight counties: Wolfe, Perry, Owsley, Letcher, Leslie, Lee, Knott, and Breathitt. Led by the collaborative efforts of the Quicksand Area Extension Agents, this annual event focused on providing cost-effective holiday ideas to reduce financial stress while enhancing seasonal celebrations.Describe the Issue or Situation The holiday season often brings joy but also financia

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