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Impact Report

For plan Financial Security for All (Curry County)
Date October 29, 2009, 6:18 pm
For Objective Short-term Show short-term objectives
Impact Report The Annual Extension Holiday Showcase, “Sleigh Bells Ring”, was presented three times to approximately 438 people. Many different items were made, displayed and demonstrated during the program. The program gives a variety of ideas on gift giving, decorating, and food ideas to help consumers prepare for Christmas and the holidays. These gifts can save the participants money and also provide meaningful gifts. Attendees received a booklet with step-by-step instructions. 90% of the participants stated on the questionnaire that they gained valuable information on how to manage their money and/or time in preparing for the holidays. Four Quilt Workshops were presented to 63 ladies. The quilt patterns used were the “Double Irish Chain” and “Broken Path”. The workshops were designed so the participant could construct the quilt that best suited them. Each workshop included how to coordinate fabrics for the quilt, rotary cutting techniques, sewing instructions, how to calculate yardage for borders, and how to bind and quilt a quilt top. Each of the four workshops were given 4 days to enable the participants to complete the project. Each participant gained knowledge in at least one quilting technique that they had acquired prior to this workshop. As a result, the participants learned they can save money by constructing their own quilts as compared to purchasing a handmade quilt. These workshops enabled the participants to learn ways to make useful items for their home and family. “Knowing Your Credit” was presented to 36 adults during the Clovis Community College Professional Improvement Training. Attendees learned how to obtain a credit report, what is in a credit report, what affects a credit score, how it fluctuates, and what to do to improve credit scores. Credit card misuse was also discussed. 25% of the participants acknowledged that they have recently obtained their credit report. Approximately 50% replied that they plan to get a report based on information presented in this program. “Stretching Your Dollars” was presented to 36 adults during the Clovis Community College Professional Improvement Training. Attendees learned how to apply practical information to save money on their home energy and water expenses, leisure expenses, transportation costs, and their food budget. Participants acknowledged that some of the information they had been previously aware of, however, half of the information were things they had never thought about. 60% of the participants replied that because of tough economic times, they will incorporate the information from the program into their lifestyle. Articles have been written for each bimonthly newsletter to increase knowledge concerning financial issues. This newsletter is sent to 260 households of all ages and life stages.