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Dupaco delivers on content
On the latest episode of It’s a Money Thing Backstage, Mallory Blondin shares how she manages content development efforts and oversees content strategy at Dupaco Community Credit Union.
Engaging Generation Alpha: How financial literacy will help
In today's financial landscape, much attention is given to Millennials and Gen Z, but there is a cohort that is poised to make a significant impact on the economy—Generation Alpha, or Gen A.
The importance of member retention in growing credit unions
Ever since credit unions were established, building a strong membership has been deemed crucial for their long-term sustainability.
Harnessing the power of edutainment
Edutainment is a term coined by Walt Disney in the 1950s to describe media or entertainment that is designed to educate as well as entertain.
Seven financial tips to prepare Gen Z for a better financial future
It’s Financial Literacy Month, and credit unions are looking for ways to promote financial education and improve the financial literacy of their members, especially among Gen Z.
Hop into action with financial literacy this April
April is Financial Literacy Month in the United States, providing an opportunity for all credit union employees to reflect on the impact of financial education programs.
Youth financial education is key for credit unions
Financial literacy is a vital component of our lives, but at what age should kids start learning about money?
Help break the link between debt and ill health
Did you know that debt and physical and mental health are closely linked? As healthcare costs continue to rise, more and more people are finding themselves struggling with debt, which can have serious implications for their well-being.
Financial illiteracy may be costing your members thousands per year
Choosing to remain ignorant about personal finance may seem harmless, but it can ultimately result in significant financial losses.
Financial literacy among teens: what credit unions need to know
Financial literacy is defined as the possession of a set of skills and knowledge that allows an individual to make informed and effective decisions with their financial resources.
Improving financial literacy for women and girls: where to start for credit unions
Financial literacy—the ability to understand and use financial skills like budgeting and investing—is essential for participating in today’s economy.
How to evaluate financial education programs
I've been asked many times, 'how do you choose a financial education program?' and I always refer back to the same criteria we used when developing our own financial education program, It's a Money Thing.
Employee financial stress bad for productivity
Employee financial stress is likely costing North American credit unions billions in lost productivity.
The TikTok phenomenon
How credit unions can take advantage of short-form video to connect with Gen Z.
How will a recession impact your credit union marketing plan?
Recession is a hot topic lately. Gas prices, food costs and rate hikes have many of us wondering if an economic downturn is on the horizon.
Kitsap Credit Union rocks financial education
On the latest episode of It’s a Money Thing Backstage, Cathy Brorson shares how Kitsap Credit Union actively engages in improving financial wellness in the communities it serves.
Financial fragility
Too many adults can’t come up with $2,000 in under 30 days. How many members of your credit union face this dilemma?
America may struggle with financial literacy...
When credit union members have questions about money, who is providing the answers? Studies such as TIAA’s P-Fin Index show many Americans have low, or even, as FINRA recently reported, declining financial literacy.
Social media and financial literacy
More and more credit unions are launching financial literacy programs and social media has become a popular tool to reach target audiences.
Things we wish we’d learned in school
Anyone who’s ever struggled with a challenging class in school has likely wondered, "How am I going to use this in real life?"