To Whom It May Concern:
Thank you for your participation in this survey. Outagamie County UW-Extension, in partnership with Money Smart Week Wisconsin, is conducting a study to collect baseline data on the financial literacy of the people living in the Greater Fox Cities. The survey contains questions regarding financial behaviors, knowledge, and general attitudes about money. Your participation in this survey will help to inform community partners of the needs of the Fox Cities and provide insight on how to increase financial literacy and improve financial behavior within the region. The survey will be launched and opened for public participation during Money Smart Week, October 10-17, 2009.
The results of the Fox Cities Financial Literacy Survey will be summarized and shared with community leaders, media, local, state and national officials, and organizations with an interest in increasing financial well-being in the Fox Cities. No personal identification information will be collected and any information that you share will not be connected to you in any way. Results will be used in summary form only in order to protect your confidentiality. Your participation in this study is voluntary, confidential and implies your consent to participate.
If you have any questions regarding the survey you may call or email:
Heidi Dusek
920-832-5122
heidi.duesk@ces.uwex.edu
Sincerely,
Heidi Dusek
4-H Youth and Family Program Coordinator
Outagamie County UW-Extension
Robert Furlong
Financial Literacy Research Assistant/ AmeriCorps VISTA
Outagamie County UW-Extension
