Financial Wellness: Learning and Education
Financial Wellness: Learning and Education
Our goal is to connect our community and members with resources to make the best financial decisions. We want to share knowledge from our experts and partners to give you a place to learn and grow. If you have any questions, we’re here! Give us a call at 800-321-8570, ext. 7400.
Webinar Spotlight
This month, we’re spotlighting a previous webinar by our financial education partner, GreenPath Financial Wellness.
“Making the Most of Your Tax Refund” presented by GreenPath Partner Experience Managers, Jim Beaver and Amber Miller, was originally recorded on March 19, 2025.
During this webinar recording, you will learn:
- The role behavioral economics plays in how you handle your tax refund
- How to prioritize your refund dollars to strengthen your financial foundation
- Strategies for prioritizing refund usage based on your financial future and any goals you hope to accomplish
Activity Spotlight
This month, we’re spotlighting an activity by the Michigan Credit Union Foundation, the Stellar Savings Galactic Money Quest!
Welcome aboard the starship Prospera! The Great Cosmic Nest Egg is depleted and the galaxy’s economy is at risk – Captain Luna needs your help! Travel through the Stellar Savings Solar System, learn how to save, invest, and grow money, all with the help of your trusty Mission Control team (parents, that’s you!).
During this activity, you will learn:
- Savings tactics to last a lifetime
- Investment basics that are out of this world
- Strategies on growing your funds and prioritizing “needs” over “wants”
- …and more!
Stellar Savings Galaxy Map & Activity (Activity)
Mission Control Details (Parent Guide)
Resources for Adults
Boosting and Repairing Credit
The 5 Factors That Affect Your Credit Score
(And Simple Ways to Boost Them!)
Greenpath Financial Wellness Learning Lab
Explore Greenpath’s LearningLab+ for all things financial, from Mortgage
Financing 101 to Understanding Student Loans and so much more!
3 Tried and True Facts
About Personal Finances
4 Reasons to Start Saving Today
(Plus Tips for Getting Started!)
Create Your Own Budget
Step-by-Step Worksheet
Protect Yourself from
Fraud and Identity Theft
Who Benefits From a
Debt Management Program?
Get Ahead of Your Debt
Resources for Families and Children
Michigan Credit Union Foundation: Steller Savings Interactive Game!
Welcome aboard the starship Prospera! The Great Cosmic Nest Egg is depleted and the galaxy’s economy is at risk – Captain Luna needs your help!
Travel through the Stellar Savings Solar System, learn how to save, invest, and grow money, all with the help of your trusty Mission Control team (parents, that’s you!)
Stellar Savings Galaxy Map & Activity (Activity)
Mission Control Details (Parent Guide)
Fun for the Whole Family
Learn the value of money with
National Credit Union Administration’s
“World of Cents” Game
Ages 5+
Go on a virtual financial road trip with
National Credit Union Administration’s
“Hit the Road” Game
Ages 10+
Play educational games, do activities, and learn about
the life-cycle of money with The U.S. Mint’s
Coin Classroom
All Ages
Resources for All Ages
The Financial Huddle
For even more financial literacy resources, check out Zeal’s educational ambassador partnership with Legendary wide receiver and All-Pro, Herman Moore: The Financial Huddle.
Join us for any – or all – of the online and in-person events, and learn how to tackle everything life has to offer with poise, purpose, and passion.
Keep an eye out for upcoming webinars, podcasts, live events, and more!
