Financial Literacy Blog
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October 7, 2026
The confidence gap in financial literacy
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October 4, 2026
Can financial literacy bring individuals into the formal banking system?
A recent report out of Pakistan about their low rates of financial literacy caught my eye. Though the report does …
September 26, 2026
Using data to increase participation in Dollar Scholars classes
Part of the core strategy of Dollar Scholars is using evidence to motivate the practices and policies that are most …
September 23, 2026
New Dollar Scholars Website!
Hello all who read Dollar Scholars blog! Thank you for your interest. Dollar Scholars has been through some changes in …
September 17, 2026
Website Cyber Security 101
In 2026 it is critical to understand the persistent cyber security threat that exists. If you, like me, had heard …
September 14, 2026
Financial Literacy Research Roundup: September 14, 2026
The New Economics Papers report on Financial Literacy and Education gathers new research on how people learn about and manage …
September 7, 2026
Financial Literacy Research Roundup: September 7, 2026
The New Economics Papers report on Financial Literacy and Education gathers new research on how people learn about and manage …
August 31, 2026
Financial Literacy Research Roundup: August 31, 2026
The New Economics Papers report on Financial Literacy and Education gathers new research on how people learn about and manage …
February 1, 2026
Dollar Scholars @ Alexandria Public Library
Cover photo by Mdy66 - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, Link In January 2026, Dollar Scholars held a series of …
July 26, 2025
Financial Literacy in Action: A Pilot Class at Carlos Rosario
This spring, I piloted a financial literacy lesson at Carlos Rosario International Public Charter School. Carlos Rosario is a pro-bono …
May 8, 2025
Closing the Gender Gap: Empowering Women Through Financial Literacy
Financial literacy is essential for achieving personal and financial security, yet significant gender disparities remain. Women, especially those from marginalized …
August 18, 2024
Dollar Scholars at Church of the Sacred Heart
My friend Teresa A., who is also friends with Dr. Jeffrey Dickinson, helped connect him with representatives from her church, …
April 20, 2024
Dollar Scholars: Day 1
Dollar Scholars rolled out its first pilot event on Sunday, March 3rd. Dollar Scholars organizers and volunteers came together to …
April 8, 2024
Budgeting Smartly as a College Student
Navigating the financial side of college is difficult for many young adults. The National Student Financial Wellness Study revealed that …
March 28, 2024
Navigating the Dining Budget Maze: Tips to Keep You on Track
Recently, while catching up with my cousin, Parker, a sophomore at Syracuse University, he mentioned his credit card debt, and …