DFI's Financial Education Programs

DFI sponsors and supports a number of financial education programs across Washington.

See below for more information about our programs. If you have questions about our programs, please contact us.

Community Presentations

Brad Williamson

DFI staff give presentations across Washington on a variety of financial education topics.

Topics we typically cover include:

Request A Speaker/Presentation
If you're interested in having a representative from DFI give a presentation or having DFI as an exhibitor at your event, please contact us.

Community Outreach & Events

DFI Staff Participating In Military Saves Week

DFI reaches out to thousands of Washington residents each year by participating in a number community events. We hand out information at fairs, festivals, and special events. We give presentations and can help bring in additional financial education partners for events. Invite Us To Your Event If you'd like to invite us to attend an event, please contact us.

Special Events & Campaigns

DFI will be participating in Washington/America Saves Week and Financial Literacy Month in 2009.

Washington/America Saves Week (February 22 - March 1, 2009) During America and Washington Saves Week, individuals will be encouraged  to assess their savings strategies and take action to advance their progress. DFI takes part in activities and outreach events during America Saves Week and works with a number of organizations to support and create buzz about saving. Financial Literacy Month (April 2009) Each year, DFI partners with organizations across Washington to celebrate financial literacy month. DFI works with the Governor , public and private organizations, and the media to illustrate the importance of making smart money management decisions. If you're interested in getting involved in financial literacy month, please contact us.

America Saves Week 2007

Classroom Programs & Outreach

DFI has a number of financial education programs in Washington's schools.

• High School Teacher Trainings
  DFI is offering high school teacher trainings across the state. We visit schools, conferences, and events to conduct teacher trainings that are informative for educators personally and offer ideas on how to incorporate financial education into the classroom.
  
  Learn more about the teacher trainings.

• Debt Slapped DVD
  DFI partnered with CENTS to create an educational DVD that helps college age students that debt can affect their lives now and in the future.
  
  More information about the DVD and companion Web site will be coming soon.
• College "Get Smart About Your Money" Events
  DFI has been teaming up with organizations to bring financial literacy events to college campuses throughout Washington State.
• Financial Education At BCC
  Bellevue Community College (BCC) has received a grant from the Investor Protection Trust to develop classes that teach the basics of saving and investing. BCC is the first community college to receive such a grant and will be a model for the rest of the nation.
  
  Learn more about Financial Education At BCC