Thinking Money for Kids

About the Program

Category: Libraries (Best in Category)

Year: 2020

Chesterfield County Public Library (CCPL) won the opportunity to present the Thinking Money for Kids grant from American Library Association and Financial Industry Regulatory Authority. The interactive exhibition focused on teaching children ages 7 to 11 all about the value and impact of money and was on display at Chester Library October 19 through November 23, 2019. During this period 3,654 children and families engaged with the exhibit and the companion programming developed by CCPL to impart the message of financial literacy to the community. The programs presented at Chester Library, LaPrade Library and Clover Hill Library partnered with local entrepreneurs, financial agencies, schools and community groups to teach children financial literacy in a fun and meaningful way. CCPL’s goals were to increase awareness and access to resources that improve financial literacy for children and their family. Success was determined by the 173 thoughtful engagement answers from kids, school participation in the target areas, 99% positive attendance at programs and to the exhibit itself. Over 50 new library cards were created for families in our target population through the promotional outreach for this exhibition.