
Financial Education Programs
Giving you the tools you need to progress along your financial journey.
Helpful guidance in-person and online.
It's always nice to know you have someone looking out for you. That's why we provide multiple financial education programs. We want to help you increase your financial knowledge to make important financial decisions today while planning for milestones in the future.
Online Resources
Find articles, courses, and calculators through our partnership with Banzai! and GreenPath Financial Wellness. Read helpful articles on the WESTconsin Blog, as well as get a full view of your financial picture with free calculators on our website.
Seminars
Throughout the year, we offer programs on a full range of topics from real estate seminars, open house events, community fundraising meetings, and much more. They're free to attend.
Speakers
We're happy to help! Please contact your local WESTconsin office to discuss all the details of a customized presentation. These are some of the most popular topics our speakers address:
- Balancing a checkbook
- Budgeting - developing & balancing a budget; money management; debt consolidation
- Credit - the importance of credit; establishing good credit; overcoming bad credit
- Credit and debit cards - differences between them; responsible use; rates and fees
- Identity theft and fraud - what to look for; preventative measures; what to do if it happens to you
- Real estate - buying and selling; financing or refinancing; special programs; credit's impact
- Saving - establishing good practices; quick tips for both kids and adults; saving for college; saving for retirement
- The credit union difference
- Money management
- Investing
- Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs)
High School Programs
That's why we partner with area school districts in west central Wisconsin and east central Minnesota to provide engaging classroom activities focused on all types of financial literacy programs and services.
Our high school offices provide students and staff easy access to financial services along with opportunities for students to discuss financial matters one-on-one with WESTconsin team members. Plus, students may have the opportunity to gain professional experience by working in our school office.
Baldwin-Woodville High School
Hours: Tuesday and Thursday during the lunch periods
Location: Near the lockers, next to the school store
Partner: Skills for the Future Wisconsin Youth Apprenticeship Program
Amery High School
Hours: Wednesday and Friday during the lunch periods
Location: Reception area near the cafeteria
Partner: School’s Youth Apprenticeship program
New Richmond High School
Hours: Monday, Wednesday and Friday during the lunch periods
Location: Commons area
Partner: Business and Marketing Department’s Financial Services Cooperative program
Menomonie High School
Hours: Thursday and Friday during the lunch periods
Location: Near the auditorium
Partner: Business Department’s Youth Apprenticeship program
WESTconsin Credit Union serves members in Wisconsin and in Minnesota. Find a location near you.
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