Financial Education Resources
Investing in our communities and in you
free financial education presentations
Help your community, school, or business build financial skills with one of our free personalized financial education presentations. Our staff is trained to bring you valuable information on budgeting, understanding credit, identity theft protection, credit vs. debit, and much more.
You pick the topic, then contact us at 800-724-9282 or email [email protected], and we’ll find a date and time that works best for you.
financial planning
For High School Students
The National Endowment for Financial Education (NEFE) offers a financial planning program for high school, which has been proven by independent studies to change students’ financial knowledge, actions, and self-confidence. Focusing on seven core competencies, the program can be implemented in many settings, from classroom to community center. It’s also free. Contact [email protected] for more information.
For Everyone
Looking for tools and resources to help you save, invest, and manage your money? Find information, games, and fun facts about money at MyMoney.gov.
Visit the Life Events page at MyCreditUnion.gov, and you’ll find a variety of links to help you manage money, deal with debt, save for your future, and more.
recommended resources
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Stop unwanted solicitors
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) can help eliminate unwanted offers that bombard you by mail, email and phone.
To stop telephone solicitations, call 888-382-1222 or visit the National Do Not Call Registry.
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Stop pre-approved credit card offers
Call toll-free 888-5-OPT-OUT (888-567-8688) or visit Opt Out Prescreen online. The phone number and website are operated by the major consumer reporting companies.
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Find better businesses and charities
The Better Business Bureau can help you find and recommend businesses, brands and charities you can trust.
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Protect yourself as a consumer
Consumer Reports is an independent organization whose mission is to work for a fair, just and safe consumer environment. They’re here to empower you to protect yourself.
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Access high-quality credit counseling
The National Foundation for Credit Counseling sets the standard for quality credit counseling, debt reduction services, and education for financial wellness.
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Get confidential debt counseling
Consumer Credit Counseling Service of Rochester provides confidential debt counseling in the greater Rochester area and the Southern Tier of New York.