In the Works
Interested in partnering with the Institute to develop and/or deliver
financial counseling and education to a specific population with unique
needs? The Institute actively seeks out partnerships with organizations
and professionals which further its mission of making effective financial
literacy education available for all American adults. Ideal partnerships
blend the financial education expertise of the Institute with the expertise
of the partnering organization.
If you or an organization you know of would be interested in working with
the Institute, please contact us at 207-879-0389.
Projects Currently In Development:
Financial Literacy for Adults in Maine
The purpose
of this project is to promote adult financial literacy throughout Maine,
and has the potential to reach significant numbers of Maine adults since
approximately 1 in 10 Maine residents enrolled in an adult education program
in 2002. In addition, this project will provide an opportunity
to evaluate both the effectiveness of financial literacy education and
its economic impact as measured by changes in personal net worth.
Benefits Education for Disabled Adults (“BEDA”)™
This
project will result in a modular program that can be adapted to meet the
needs of individuals with disabilities based upon both cognitive skill
and desired topical area. Potential users of this program
range from the developmentally disabled, to those who have suffered traumatic
brain injury (including returning combat veterans), to the physically
disabled. Topical areas will include both benefits information
and basic personal financial literacy materials. Modules will also
be available for primary caregivers. The Institute is currently
seeking funding for continued development of this exciting project.