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Sandra M. Hernandez

Sandra M Hernandez
Community Affairs Specialist, DCP
Outreach and Program Development
Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation
Washington, DC
Email: sahernandez@fdic.gov
 
David E. Ramos
Senior Community Affairs Specialist
DCP Community Affairs Branch
Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation
Washington, DC
Email: daramos@fdic.gov

Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC)

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) is an independent agency created by the Congress to maintain stability and public confidence in the nation’s financial system. The FDIC insures deposits; examines and supervises financial institutions for safety, soundness, and consumer protection; makes large and complex financial institutions resolvable; and manages receiverships.

The FDIC's Money Smart financial education program can help people of all ages enhance their financial skills and create positive banking relationships. Money Smart is a free financial education program developed by the FDIC. The curriculum is available in two formats: 1) Instructor-led format can be used by anyone, even if they have no formal training; and 2) Self-paced learning options including an online learning game and podcasts that convey key financial concepts in a conversational manner.

What products does Money Smart include?

Click the links below to learn more...
Money Smart for Small Business
Money Smart for Adults
Money Smart for Older Adults
Money Smart for Young People
Money Smart for Young Adults
 
The FDIC recognizes some of the organizations that use Money Smart through the Money Smart Alliance. We provide technical assistance and help these 1,500 plus organizations share successful approaches.
 
We also feature success stories under Money Smart News Issues/ Stories List that highlight how organizations use Money Smart products and collaborate with others.  In addition, we provide online train-the-trainer videos and conduct quarterly train-the-trainer webinars.
 
What are the advantages of Money Smart?
 
·       Money Smart is free and available online 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
·       It is updated regularly.
·       Studies show that Money Smart is very effective
·       Available in nine languages, including Spanish. The program is also available in Braille and in large print in English.
·       The instructor guides can be used by the staff of financial institutions, non-profit organizations, government agencies, schools, universities, chambers of commerce, etc.
·       The materials are objective, unbiased and without copyright restrictions which offers flexibility to users who wish to adapt the materials to their needs.

 

Learn more about Money Smart by downloading the resources below:

Money Smart Overview

Top 10 Reasons to use Money Smart for Small Business

Building Opportunities: Train Entrepreneurs in Your Community

Money Smart for Small Business: Financial Education Curriculum

FDIC Videos