We believe access to financial empowerment education is critical to overcoming systemic economic barriers.

Without adequate financial education, students are more likely to struggle with debt, financial stress and limited economic mobility. In Connecticut, fewer than 20% of public high schools guaranteed a personal finance class to students in 2024.

Change is coming with two new exciting Connecticut initiatives - a financial literacy high school graduation requirement and Baby Bonds. CTFS is here to help with both.

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Our Impact

Our free programs provide access to personal finance education including budgeting, banking, credit, affording college, insurance, and investing. We also offer exciting opportunities for students to explore investing, entrepreneurship and career pathways.

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Our Programs

In School Learning

Our free programs teach students essential skills like budgeting, banking, credit, college financing, insurance, investing, entrepreneurship, career development and more.

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Internships & Work-force Development

Students gain real-world experience and professional skills through paid summer opportunities at corporate host sites and universities.

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Adult Financial Empowerment

Free six-week workshops designed for school staff, parents, and caregivers that cover essential financial topics.

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By equipping students with essential financial skills, we empower them to build a more secure and prosperous future.

Graduates of high schools with guaranteed financial education save an average of $1,300 in high-interest private debt per student.

Graduates of high schools with guaranteed financial education are 21% less likely to carry a balance on a credit card while in college, submit the FAFSA 3.5% more often, and use subsidized student loans 13% more often

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What Volunteers Are Saying

"The level of engagement from the students extends beyond the classroom material, touching on real-life applications in a profound way. It is evident that this program does more than just educate—it inspires and integrates into students' personal ambitions and homes, providing valuable life lessons beyond traditional learning. "

Zane Hamid, TIFF Advisory Services, Volunteer

Events & News

August 15, 2024

CTFS August 2024 Newsletter

August 22, 2024

To prepare to teach financial literacy, CT educators go back to school

March 1, 2024

NGFP's 2024 State of Financial Education Report

August 13, 2024

Connecticut Teachers Champion Financial Education by Preparing for Personal Finance Course Guarantee

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Financial Literacy for Life.

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Our Impact

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