Blog Posts
Tax Day 101: Resources for Fielding Questions from Entrepreneurs
As Tax Day looms, librarians see more tax and financial questions coming our way. Equip yourself with these resources to confidently assist small business owners in navigating their tax obligations.
The Intimidating — and Important — Work of Building Financial Literacy
Financial literacy will never be simple. Learn how to tailor your financial literacy programs to address your patrons' specific needs and empower them to make informed decisions.
Financial Education Resources for Key Age Groups
Gear up for Financial Literacy Month in April with curated program ideas for all ages. From interactive workshops for kids to retirement planning for seniors, these resources will help you create impactful, age-appropriate programming.
Top Tips for Hiring Financial Literacy Speakers & Authors
Want to host a memorable financial literacy event? The ALA Financial Literacy Interest Group shares expert advice on selecting and working with speakers and authors to engage your community and provide valuable insights.
Start with Staff: 6 Ways to Invest in Financial Education
Libraries are the perfect place for people to find resources to build a strong financial future. Informed library staff can help. Read these six actionable ways to train and equip your library staff with the knowledge and skills to guide patrons toward financial well-being.
Information, Not Advice: How to Handle User’s Financial Literacy Questions
As library workers, we often feel a sense of urgency to help, but when it comes to issues like money, take your time and keep your calm.
Budget Gifting with the Library
Get creative with your library's crafting events! Help patrons discover the joy of making thoughtful, budget-friendly gifts while building community connections and resourcefulness.
What We Learned When We Took Our Financial Literacy Programs Online
The pandemic underscored the importance of financial literacy in uncertain times. Discover valuable lessons from libraries that successfully transitioned their financial literacy programs to virtual platforms.
Keeping Your Personal Finance Collections Relevant and Up to Date
"Financial Literacy in Public Libraries: A Guide for Building Collections" can help you address your community's financial needs. With this LibGuide, learn how to curate current, inclusive and practical resources for your community.
Helping Older Adults Manage Their Finances
Older adults face distinct financial challenges, from retirement planning to navigating benefits. Explore strategies and resources to effectively support this demographic in achieving financial security and independence.
Webinars
Financial Literacy: Partnerships and Pivoting to Virtual Programming in a Pandemic
In this webinar, Careers & Finance Librarian Marty Johannes will talk about the Women & Money series that Johnson County (KS) Library presents each year in partnership with Housing & Credit Counseling, Inc. The series covers a range of topics — from budgeting and credit reports to investing and simple estate planning — all presented by staff from government or non-profit agencies. Johannes will also detail the challenges and silver linings of pivoting to offer the series virtually.
