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Are You Money Smart?

We ask that important question as part of our Be Money $mart initiative. For the last five years, we have crisscrossed the Commonwealth, emphasizing the need for financial literacy education and recognizing those who have implemented or offer programs within their schools, organizations, and communities.

We don’t do this work alone! Our community partners have joined us on this journey to share helpful information and free resources to learners of all ages in support of their journey to financial security.

Together, we’re building resources for financially secure Pennsylvanians, now and in the future.

We’re spotlighting the State YMCA of Pennsylvania. Greg Rudder, Executive Director, says, “In today’s ever-changing landscape, it is crucial that young people enter the world prepared for all facets of daily life, most especially the financial realities of adulthood. YMCAs across Pennsylvania serve young people every day and through partnering with elected officials, we look forward to the continued progress towards our common goal.” Greg’s commitment to financial literacy shines through all the work he and his team does to help make our Be Money $mart visits a success!


“It’s never too early or too late to learn how to be smart with your money. And, it’s one of the most important lessons a person can learn. With the help of our partners, we are continuing to work toward creating the next generation of financially secure Pennsylvanians.”

-Auditor General Tim DeFoor

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Become A Community Partner

With help from our community partners, we support Pennsylvanians by ensuring they not only have access to financial literacy tools and resources, but that they also know how to use them.

Are you interested in joining this important and impactful effort?

Become our newest community partner!

Let us know by connecting with us through our online form below.

Pennsylvania Department
of the Auditor General