More than one-third (38%) of women identified monthly bills as a barrier to making real financial progress, compared with 30% ...

CPAs are among the professionals best positioned to partner with schools and communities to strengthen financial ...

Lake County Treasurer Michael Zuren has launched a free program for middle and high school students that teaches financial literacy and how local government works.

Financial illiteracy costs American households an estimated $388 billion in 2023, yet traditional education systems continue to overlook one of the most essential life skills. The gap between ...

Two student-driven efforts—Moneythink and FLIP (Financial Literacy Innovation Program)—offer different approaches to the same problem. Together, they reflect a belief that improving financial literacy ...

It’s not a homework assignment. It’s not even a class project. But most days after school, you’ll find three friends hard at ...

SPARK’s Financial Literacy Committee aims to improve young Americans’ financial knowledge and habits. Recent surveys show financial literacy gaps tied to family income and education. Treasury ...

Want to take more control of your finances but don’t know where to start? It might feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. With the right tools and support, anyone can improve their financial ...

WASHINGTON, DC - MAY 29: U.S. Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent gives remarks during a roundtable meeting at the U.S. Treasury Department on May 29, 2025 in Washington, DC. Bessent addressed ...

Select an option below to continue reading this premium story. Already a Honolulu Star-Advertiser subscriber? Log in now to continue reading. As many households struggle with daily necessities and ...

The House of Representatives has approved on third and final reading House Bill 7628 mandating the inclusion of a Personal ...