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This April, Iowa Jump$tart invites all Iowans to hit pause and reflect on ways to sharpen their financial skills. Whether it’s diving into a great personal finance book or joining a local class, small steps can lead to big change. Not sure where to start? We’ve got your back—along with our amazing network of partners, we’re here to connect you with the tools and resources to help you thrive. At its core, money isn’t just about numbers—it’s about stability, choices, and peace of mind. We get it—navigating student loans, taxes, insurance, or bouncing back from financial setbacks like divorce or natural disasters can be overwhelming. But remember, you’re not alone. We’re all in this together—and together, we can build a brighter financial future.

April was a big month for us at Iowa Jump$tart! We had the pleasure of welcoming students from across the state to take part in both the Financial Literacy Challenge and the Economics Challenge—fun, competitive ways to build awareness and excitement around financial education. We’re also thrilled to announce that our annual Educators Retreat is set for June 27, 2025—a full day dedicated to helping financial literacy teachers learn fresh ideas, collaborate with peers, and walk away inspired. And for those looking to sharpen their skills from the comfort of home, don’t miss our upcoming Financial Fellowship online training on April 28, 2025. There’s something for everyone, and we can’t wait to see you there!

In this month of April, Iowa Jump$tart would like to encourage all Iowans to take a moment to think about how they can improve their financial capabilities.  Maybe make a goal to read a book or take a community class.  If you need guidance, Iowa Jump$tart and its many partners will gladly help you find resources to help you reach your goals.  This year we are hosting several students for the Financial Literacy Challenge and the Economics Challenge in the month of April to help promote awareness. When you look at it’s core, money is important to our survival and quality of life.  We know how difficult it can be to pay back college loans, to pay taxes, to understand insurance, or to recover from a financial loss like divorce or natural disaster.  We are all in this together.