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Introduction
Financial literacy is a process beginning with education and understanding. It is a basic understanding of banking, saving and the importance of good credit that can allow a low- or moderate-income individual or family to save enough money to buy their first home or start a business. Financial literacy programs are also an excellent way to help consumers understand the benefits of having a relationship with a financial institution.
As part of the administration’s efforts to boost financial literacy, the Governor annually proclaims the month of April as "Financial Literacy Month" in California. This special observance month is meant to promote youth and adult financial literacy and encourage California's families to understand the basics of money management, saving and investing and use of credit in order that they make wise financial decisions to protect their financial future. State and federal agencies, regulators, consumer groups and the financial industry join together to conduct educational events which raise awareness about the importance of financial literacy.
In this financial literacy resource guide, you will find an array of materials in various formats for all ages - from brochures and teaching manuals to Web sites and videos. We have also provided a summary of some of the activities and programs that financial institution organizations and community organizations have coordinated as part of their ongoing financial literacy efforts.