Workshops

Savvy financial choices lead to more money for your dreams and goals.

As your friends and neighbors, Extension educators are here to help you explore financial choices and decisions. Workshops are offered in your local communities; check the event calendar to find workshops close by.

Many workshops are also featured as live online webinars or videos. Typically you need to register in advance to receive connecting information. See below for upcoming webinars. Also, join our Personal Finance ENewsletter list to be notified of upcoming workshops.

Let's Talk Money
Let's Talk Money Webinar Series -- Registration Open

In these times, many people feel overwhelmed by financial worries and feel uncomfortable talking about it. Whatever the circumstances, there are ways to get through these tough economic times, relieve stress and anxiety and regain control of finances.

Gain the financial knowledge and confidence to talk with family, friends, and financial professionals about money by joining any or all the free "Let's Talk Money" 7-week, online sessions. Learn more.

Engage with a financial workshop near you

Young or old, there's always more to learn about personal finances. Add to your knowledge and skills with a unbiased, timely workshop from Illinois Extension.

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Who Are You With Money?

Factors that influence your financial decisions

The first step to controlling your money is matching your values and goals to your financial decision-making. In this interactive workshop, assess…

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Pop Up Money Mentors

Pop Up Mentoring Hours

County: Champaign

Do you need help with your personal finances?

Do you have a question about your credit report or credit score? Illinois Extension Money Mentor volunteers are here to help! The Money…

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How Much is Too Much Debt?

Pros and cons of borrowing money. 

Deciding when and how much credit to use depends on the financial situation. Discover different scenarios when you might use credit and learn options for…

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Fair Access to Credit

How does that affect you?

Not all individuals and families have the same access to credit. While consumer laws offer protection from discrimination, this problem still affects many consumers. In…

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Debt Repayment Strategies

Financial tools to organize and prioritize debt management.

Repaying debt is challenging in the best of situations, and today's economic conditions make it more difficult. Learn tried-and-true…

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Credit Scores Revealed

A useful guide to better understand credit scores. 

Why is credit such a mystery? What's the difference between a credit score, credit report, and credit history? Learn this and more!

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Financial Emergency Preparedness for Older Adults | Lessons For Living | July 2023

Are you prepared for a financial emergency?

Disasters and other emergencies can disrupt your finances and your sense of normal. Financial emergency preparedness helps you plan, recover, and…

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Pop Up Money Mentors

Pop Up Mentoring Hours

County: Champaign

Do you need help with your personal finances?

Do you have a question about your credit report or credit score? Illinois Extension Money Mentor volunteers are here to help! The Money…

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Secrets for Financial Success

Revealing what makes a difference in financial wellness.

Money comes in. Money goes out. Do you have money left for your important goals and wants? Learn the secrets of directing your money to…

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Make Your Savings Grow

Tools to create a realistic savings plan.

Do you feel alone in your struggle to save? People at all income levels encounter different challenges with saving money for unexpected events and long-…

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