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FISC Workshops FISC offers regularly scheduled and custom designed workshops that offer practical tips, hands-on forms, and positive steps you can take to make the most of your money. We really believe that if you know what to do, your financial dreams can come true. Many of us never received good financial education in school or growing up in our homes. But, it is never too late to learn more.  FISC offers proven education that has helped thousands of people learn realistic strategies to improve their finances in a fun non-threatening environment. Why not try this out? You've got nothing to lose, except maybe some needless worries about money. By the way, this is not "rocket science." You do not have to be a whiz with money to learn and apply these tips. And they work. Listen to what one recent workshop attendee said: "I went through your "The Power of Money" class. I thank you so much for your class. Today was the first day I was able to put money into my put and take savings account and I feel so good! Thank you so much for showing me that hey, it really does work!" The Power of Money Credit When Credit Is Due Live a Richer Life How to Build a Budget That Works Get Checking Workplace Sponsored Workshops

The Power of Money

This four-week workshop has the power to change the way you think about and deal with money. Reduce worry and stress. Learn proven techniques to pay off your debt and build savings. Leave the workshop with your own plan to meet your short-term and long-term financial goals. Learn simple, proven techniques that save thousands of dollars and offer financial peace of mind. Includes understanding the emotions of money, tracking to find out where money is really going, and how to communicate with your spouse and agree on your financial priorities.

The Power of Money Workshops
Call 920-886-1000 or 800-366-8161 to register!

Pre-registration required

The Power of Money workshops are offered every month throughout the year. The workshop is a series of 3 or 4 classes that usually begin at 6:00 or 6:30 p.m. Classes are conveniently located off Highway 441 in Menasha. Please call (920)886-1000 for current times and locations.

$15 per person, $25 per couple

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The Credit When Credit is Due Self-Study Course

If you are looking for a way to improve your credit and make wiser credit decisions,
then this 12-lesson self-study course is for you.

A self-study education program that takes a common sense approach to
personal finances and credit issues, is now available through
FISC Consumer Credit Counseling Service.

-Learn how to evaluate good deals and bad ones
-Learn 24 positive steps you can take to improve your credit rating
-Learn precisely what is required of you by the lender when you borrow money
-Learn how to spot looming money problems and how to deal with them
before they become insurmountable
-Gain a terrific background in how credit works and learn what is
required of you when you borrow money

To learn more or get your book please call FISC at 920-886-1000 or 800-366-8161

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Meet the Bankruptcy Education Requirements: "Live a Richer Life"

Offered twice a month, this course meets the requirements for people filing bankruptcy that they complete a personal financial management workshop before they can be discharged from bankruptcy. Two hours long, includes helpful worksheets and book. Offered at multiple FISC office locations.

Get Checking

Get Checking helps people to be financially literate and to be informed users of mainstream financial products and services such as checking accounts. People that use alternative services, like check cashing services, pay hundreds of dollars a year more in fees than they would at a bank or credit union. Get Checking teaches "banking basics" through a three hour course. Graduates of the course who pass a competency test receive a certificate of completion, which is recognized by participating financial institutions.

People may have had a problem with their account in the past that was reported to Chex Systems, a national tracking system banks use to assess new account applications. If people satisfy their outstanding debt and their prior account was not closed due to fraud, participating financial institutions agree to open an account. Each participating institution may set special rules for Get Checking clients.

Here's a way to save money on check cashing fees and get back into the mainstream financial services. Interested? Contact FISC for more information on this 3 hour course at 886-1000.

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Workplace Sponsored Workshops

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Special workshops can be created to match the needs of most audiences. As a non-profit organization, we appreciate receiving an honorarium or donation. We’re happy to discuss workshop options.

How to Build a Budget That Works

This very popular lunch and learn program teaches proven ways to build a budget or spending plan that works. Includes practical FISC worksheets. Ideally 60-75 minutes long, but can be done in less time. Great for lunch and learn.

50 Ways to Save Money in 50 Minutes

Remember 5 years ago when gas cost only $1.50 a gallon?  Times and prices have changed!  What simple steps can we take to stretch our money, reduce expenses, and still have a comfortable life?

In one fun hour, a FISC instructor will share more that 50 real ways to save money and time.

Course Highlights:

-What you can do to improve gas mileage (and what are myths)

-How to really reduce energy costs

-How to save money on entertainment and eating out

-How to save on shopping

-Financial tips to spend more thoughtfully and stretch your dollars

Voluntary Simplicity

What do we value most? Where do we choose to spend our time and our money? What is enough? This thought provoking program can help people re-examine their priorities and explore areas in which they may want to simplify their lives. 75 to 90 minutes

Couples and Communication about Money

This program identifies some of the challenges couples face in working together. Couples often have joint dreams and their own individual dreams, but may lack the financial resources to have and do everything. This workshop shares non-judgmental tools that can help couples communicate and build a realistic, balanced spending plan. 75 to 90 minutes

Understanding Credit Scores, Reports, and How to Improve Your Score

Great program to help people understand how to access their free credit report, how to fix errors, how to enhance credit ratings, etc. 45 to 60 minutes

Managing Finances through Job Transitions

People who are facing unemployment have many concerns. This program identifies steps people can take to make the most of their money, identify resources they have, and avoid financial traps. This can be a short 15 minute overview or a full 90 minute workshop.

Programs for Teens and Young Adults

-Don't be a Sucker: Smart Money Use is up to You

-The Maze of Banking

-How to manage College Financially

-Step into the Real World

-Credit Tricks and Traps

Balancing Faith and Finances

This program examines how to balance priorities in a consumption driven world. It shares how to build a spending plan that reflects your priorities. 15 to 75 minutes.

How to Save More for Tomorrow

Having a comfortable life and retirement is a goal we all share. Social Security by itself is not enough. What will Social Security provide for you? What simple steps can you take to still enjoy life now and save enough to enjoy a comfortable life in the future?

60 to 75 minutes

Other Financial Planning Programs:

-Winning Ways to Achieve Financial Independence

-Stable Finances in Crazy Times

-Planning for Your Retirement: What You Need To Know

-Investment Basics

-Understanding Mutual Funds

-Understanding Stocks

-A Birds Eye of Personal Financial Planning and Retirement Planning

-Financial Planning is for Everyone

-Voluntary Early Retirement Presentations

Making the Most of Limited Resources

This well-received program shares ideas on how to make better choices and make the most of existing income. It describes how to choose between what to buy now, buy later, or not buy at all. It also helps people decide whether to use credit cards, debit cards, cash or checking accounts. 60 to 120 minutes.

How to Increase Employee Participation in 401 k Plans

While employees have some understanding that they "should" save for the future, many fall short of saving what they need to save. This program informs and persuades employees to make better use of their 401 k. It can easily be customized by employers to share specifics about their 401 k, encourage enrollment, and increase deferrals. 60-90 minutes

Programs for Teens and Young Adults

College Credit for Life

This 50-75 minute program features a professionally developed 10 minute video, where college students describe some of the mistakes they made and lessons they learned about using credit.  The video grabs and holds their interest, setting the stage to discuss common concerns and questions about credit.  This is a great program for young adults who will soon be in college or living on their own.

Other programs for teens and young adults:

-Don't be a Sucker:  Smart money Use is up to You

-The Maze of Banking

-How to Manage College Financially

-Credit tricks and Traps

Credit When Credit is Due Workshops

Uses nationally known Credit When Credit is Due workshop text. Topics covered include managing money and budgeting, levels of debt, solving credit problems, understanding credit scores, how to improve credit scores, bankruptcy types, alternatives to bankruptcy and much more. Has been scheduled at agencies/programs like Harbor House and COTs. Offered as a special workshop in 3 or 4 week class. 

How to Teach Your Children about Money

Parents want their children to learn responsible money management skills. This class shares practical ideas to help parents pass on their values and good money management skills. 45 to 60 minute program.

Questions? Please contact Alan Prahl of FISC at 920-968-6332 or aprahl@fisc-cccs.org.

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