Iowa State University Extension

The downturn in the economy has taken a toll on many Iowa families. The resources found on this page are designed to help families tackle tough times today and tomorrow. Whether facing unemployment, accumulating debt, or another difficult financial decision, many resources are available.

Spending less on food often means investing time and effort in planning, shopping and preparing food. Spend Smart Eat Smart will help you learn skills and adopt habits so you can feed your family nutritious meals for less money.

Iowa State University Extension offers a distance education version of Money Talk, a financial education program targeted to women. Next course will be offered October 5 - November 6, 2009.

Get strategies and tips for dealing with job loss and keeping your family and marriage strong during tough times.

All across the nation...financial education...for a new generation! The all new NEFE High School Financial Planning Program educates teens about sound money management skills. Materials are free to educators, parents, and students.

No matter where you are in your career, NOW is a great time to give some thought to retirement. Whether you are in your 20s or your 50s, there are temptations to neglect retirement planning, but overcoming those temptations will pay off!