At Modern Woodmen, we believe that as a child's knowledge of money grows, so does his or her respect for money and the likelihood of smart financial decisions. Our new Financial Literacy Program, "Money and You," lays the foundation for successful money management by providing young people opportunities to gain age-appropriate knowledge and skills for today and the future.

This program is designed to meet teaching standards, is divided into three age levels and covers a variety of financial topics.

Who can use this program?
Modern Woodmen members and nonmembers can use the Financial Literacy Program for free. Designed for children between preschool and eighth grade, it may be used by youth organizations, such as schools, scouts, churches, and park and recreation departments.

Modern Woodmen representatives donate Modern Woodmen Youth Educational Programs to their local schools and/or youth groups. In parts of the country not serviced by Modern Woodmen, the program may not be available.

Offered in three levels

	Level 1 - Preschool to 2nd grade
	Discusses money basics, allowances, savings, Modern Woodmen's brand of charitable giving known as fraternalism and responsible spending.
	Level 2 - 3rd grade to 5th grade
	Addresses wants and needs, entrepreneurship, savings instruments, savvy shopping and more.
	Level 3 - 6th grade to 8th grade
	Tackles tough topics like careers, insurance, goal-setting, budgeting, credit and debt.

        

 

Take-home items
After the program, participants take home tools to reinforce everything they learn. Depending on the program, these may include:

• Pencil
• Keepsake bank
• Magnet
• Money management slide guide

How to request
Use our Find a Representative feature.  If you have used the Financial Literacy Program before, you can request it online.