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| 2056 - Financial Education - General | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2056.7) | 15 |
Number of individuals who took action toward implementing at least one estate planning strategy in regard to the subject matter presented |
| 2056.9) | 115 |
Number of participants who learned family resource management strategies |
| 2056.3) | 35 |
Number of those who have successfully completed financial management and/or career readiness programs that will help set future goals |
| 2056.1) | 80 |
Number of individuals who gained knowledge related to financial management |
| 2056.2) | 0 |
Number of individuals who made a sound financial decision (regarding credit, budgeting, savings, and/or debt) |
| 2056.4) | 52 |
Number of individuals who implemented strategies to avoid breaches in personal or financial security |
| 2056.6) | 70 |
Number of individuals who reported increased levels of understanding in the area: identifying estate planning strategies for the family, farming operation, or business |
| 2056.5) | 0 |
Number of individuals who implemented at least one strategy to reduce expenses or manage money |
| 2056.8) | 0 |
Dollars reported saved as a result of participating in a financial education program |
Author: Megan Gullett
Major Program: Financial Education - General
Scammers may try to trick us by appearing in disguise. This makes it difficult to know when something is “too good to be true.” The Federal Trade Commission received 2.9 million fraud reports in 2021. Of those reports, about a quarter of them resulted in a loss, equaling a total of $6.1 billion. The best way to avoid joining those statistics is to learn more about different types of scams to avoid falling victim.To increase consumer knowledge on scams and fraud prevention, the Russel
Author: Megan Gullett
Major Program: Financial Education - General
In a successful holiday preparation event, 55 participants joined county extension agents from the Lake Cumberland Area for "Kickstart the Holidays," a day-long holiday prep event. "Kickstart the Holidays" covered a range of holiday-related topics. Holiday preparation classes are crucial for various reasons, enabling individuals and families to manage their finances during the holiday season better, thus helping them avoid overspending and financial stress. Additionally, thes
Author: Megan Gullett
Major Program: Financial Education - General
In the heart of Kentucky's Russell County, a transformative estate planning program unfolded over two enlightening evenings, leaving an indelible mark on 70 clients. Inviting specialists from the University of Kentucky, and a seasoned estate planning expert from Kentucky Farm Bureau, the initiative aimed to demystify the process and equip attendees with the knowledge needed to secure their legacies.For Kentucky, estate planning isn't just advisable—it's imperative, partic
