Welcome to the Governor's Council on
Financial Literacy
(Governor Jim Doyle signing Executive Order)
 The
Council’s mission is to advise the Governor on how government, private
sector organizations and community groups can improve the levels of financial
literacy and knowledge among un-banked individuals and low- and moderate-income
families so they can more effectively access credit and participate in
our evolving financial system.
Many Wisconsin families— but particularly low- and moderate-income
ones—struggle to deal effectively with the complex range of choices
they encounter in the financial services markets. Families that lack financial
assets have little ability to build wealth and they contribute to rising
consumer debt. Surveys also show that youth lack basic financial skills
and knowledge.
The Council is part of a pro-active approach to improving financial literacy
in Wisconsin and making the state the recognized national leader when
it comes to promoting financial literacy.
(Governor Jim Doyle signing Executive Order)
Executive
Order No. 92 created the Council. The Department of Financial Institutions
provides coordination and administrative support to it. The Governor appointed
its members.
The Council welcomes and encourages your participation. Please pass along
your ideas and suggestions by using the “Contact
us” feature on the bottom of this page.
Thank you in advance for your participation.
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