DPI, DFI launch grant program to strengthen financial literacy education
July 07, 2026
The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction and the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions have announced a $300,000 competitive grant program to help support the expansion of financial literacy education statewide.
Public and private schools, community-based organizations and consortia may apply for Personal Financial Literacy Innovation Grants of up to $7,500 to promote innovation in teaching personal financial literacy.
“The personal financial literacy skills students develop in our schools play a critical role in their success after high school,” State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly said. “Financial literacy does more than just set students up for financial well-being; it also helps them develop critical-thinking, problem-solving and decision-making skills.”
The grants may be used to engage students as active participants in the development of financial literacy programs, foster cross-grade collaboration, explore school and community partnerships, and create professional development opportunities for educators.
The grant application and additional information are available on the DPI’s Personal Financial Literacy webpage. The deadline to submit completed applications is Wednesday, July 15.
