Financial Literacy Month 2026
Build a brighter financial future with FCCU Foundation resources, content, and events all month
Week 1: April 1-5, 2026Credit & Debt - Clear the Debt Clutter
Debt can feel overwhelming, and so can the process of building and maintaining credit. But if you want a true Financial Fresh Start, getting a real picture of your credit reports, utilization, and habits is key. This week, check out these resources to spring-clean your credit.
Three Ways to Spring-Clean Your Credit
Spring cleaning isn’t just for closets and junk drawers. It’s also a great time to take a closer look at your financial life.
Read MoreSolutions for Managing Credit & Debt
Credit Tracking & Debt Payoff Tools
Only an official credit report can give you an accurate result, but we can help you estimate.
Credit Score by SavvyMoney
Credit Score by SavvyMoney is a free comprehensive credit score program offered by FCCU that helps you stay on top of your credit.
Debt to Income Ratio
Understand your financial health by calculating your debt-to-income ratio.
Week 2: April 6-12, 2026Budgeting - Spring Clean Your Budget
Budgeting doesn’t have to be overwhelming, or perfect, to be effective. A Financial Fresh Start starts with understanding where your money is going and making a plan that fits your life. This week, refresh your budget and spending plan with these tools designed to help you track, plan, and prepare with confidence.
Fine-Tuning Your Budget (and Making It Fun)
It’s hard to get everyone, from financial experts to casual observers, to agree on much. But one thing most people can get behind is budgeting and the idea that it’s a smart financial habit.
Read MoreSolutions for Building a Better Budget
Learn To Create A Budget
Learn how to build a realistic budget—and develop habits to help you stick with it.
Budget Calculator
Create a personalized budget to see where your money goes and where it can work better for you.
Emergency Fund Analysis
Find out how much you should save for emergencies and track your progress toward that goal.
Week 3: April 13-19, 2026Digital Footprint - Clean Up Your Digital Money Trail
Your online activity can directly impact your financial security. A Financial Fresh Start includes understanding how personal information is shared and how scammers use it. This week, explore how targeted scams work and learn steps to protect your digital footprint with tools and resources designed to help you reduce risk and safeguard your identity.
Protecting Your Digital Footprint: Small Family Conversations That Make a Big Difference
From homework to online banking, everyday digital choices can have real financial consequences. Small, judgment‑free conversations can help families build safer online habits and protect their personal and financial information over time.
Read MoreSolutions to Keep You Protected Online
Measure Your ID Theft Risk
Get a personalized risk snapshot and tips to help keep your identity secure.
Spear Phishing: How Scams Target You
Understand how spear phishing works and how to spot red flags before it’s too late.
Protecting Yourself From Identity Theft and Scams
Learn how to recognize scams and develop habits that help protect your personal and financial information.
Week 4: April 20-26, 2026Savings - Plant Your Savings Seeds
Savings habits don’t grow overnight, but small, consistent actions can make a big difference. A Financial Fresh Start includes setting goals, planning ahead, and giving your money time to grow. This week, explore tools and resources that help you build strong savings habits, plan for future expenses, and turn today’s choices into tomorrow’s financial confidence.
Plant Your Savings Seeds and Grow Your Future
Saving for your future, and to support your life’s plans, can feel daunting if you’re just starting out. And even if you’re years into your savings journey, your goals may grow more ambitious as life goes on.
Read MoreSolutions to Help you Save
Saving for Goals
Learn how to set meaningful savings goals and build simple habits to help you reach them over time.
Savings Planner Tool
Explore savings strategies and personalized projections to plan for education costs.
Summer Camp Savings
Build a seasonal savings habit to help plan ahead for summer camp costs.
Weekly Money Lessons
Click below for quick, age‑appropriate lessons that help families build smart money, spending, and digital safety habits together. These downloadable activities help kids and teens practice smart financial decisions at every stage.
Empowering Your Future
The FCCU Foundation empowers individuals at every stage of life with free, practical financial education and personalized support. Whether you’re just starting out or planning for the future, we’re here to help you build confidence and reach your financial goals.
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