Money Smart Week^® Quad Cities

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The third Money Smart Week in the Quad Cities was another success. Nearly 100 partnering organizations sponsored events in Central Iowa, the Quad Cities and the Cedar Rapids/Iowa City corridor. One particular highlight was Ben Franklin's tour of fifth and sixth grade classrooms in March. Ben brought along a newly created comic book, Be Money Smart to teach the kids about money and saving. Ben, our teachers, our school principals and our sponsors gave away nearly 15,000 comic books. We were able to visit 98 classrooms, libraries and events.

Money Smart Kids Named

• Quinn Hanson Pollock, Central Iowa (center, in the picture to the right)
• Lauren Van Speybroeck, Quad Cities (left)
• Alec McIntosh, Cedar Rapids (right)

Highlights in the Quad Cities

• Nearly 150 heard the MSW Kids speak at MSW Kickoff Breakfast at the CASI Center in Davenport
• Wade Rousse presented an Economic Assessment for financial professionals
• The first Financial Fitness Fair attracted about 200 people to the vendor booths and events
• Shredding events at area libraries were quite popular and yielded 8.3 tons in shredded documents

We received great feedback on all of the events. Some participants are considering further discussions throughout the year. Indications from our partners is that we can expect an even bigger and better Money Smart Week 2010!