America Saves is a non-profit organization that uses behavioral economics and social marketing to motivate, encourage, and support everyday Americans in saving money, reducing debt, building wealth, and creating better financial habits. Using these resources, we create research-based education through various innovative programs.
UT Extension Sevier County plans to encourage individuals to conduct a financial check-in, which will allow them to gain a clear view of their finances, set savings goals, and create a plan to achieve them.
What kind of spender or saver are you? Do you need budgeting advice?
If you are interested in programs related to consumer education classes, please reach out to the FCS Agent, Kaysie Adkins, at 865-453-3695 or kadkin17@utk.edu
Upcoming Classes:
Join us for Financial Fridays, a practical, research-based program from UT Extension designed to help you take control of your money and plan for a secure future. Each session focuses on essential financial topics to help you make informed decisions and reduce stress.
🌟 What You’ll Learn:
- Planning for emergencies and long-term goals
- Budgeting basics and saving strategies
- Understanding credit and managing debt
- Protecting yourself from fraud and scams
✅ Why Attend?
- Interactive sessions with real-life tips
- Tools and resources to help you succeed
- Supportive environment for learning and sharing
Please click on the buttons below to be directed to our YouTube videos to watch our previous recordings. Enjoy!
A Fun and Creative Way to Learn About Saving!
The Piggy Bank Pageant is a hands-on financial education activity hosted by UT Extension Sevier County. Open to Pre-K through 12th-grade students, this program encourages young people to explore creativity while learning the value of saving money.
Participants are invited to design and build their own handmade piggy bank using any materials (except glass) — the only limits are imagination and size (must fit within 12” x 12” x 12”). Each entry should be functional, allowing money to be deposited and removed without damage.
County-level winners in each grade category will advance to the statewide Piggy Bank Pageant, where prizes and recognition await!
Parents are encouraged to discuss the importance of saving with their children throughout the project. To learn more about saving habits, visit AmericaSaves.org or stop by the UT Extension Sevier County Office (752 Old Knoxville Hwy, Sevierville, TN) for more resources.
Dates and Locations for Afterschool Piggy Bank Workshops in Sevier County:
Need help getting your finances organized? Our Budgeting Appointments offer simple, easy-to-understand guidance to help you learn the basics of managing your money. These one-on-one sessions are designed to teach practical skills like tracking expenses, planning for monthly bills, and setting realistic savings goals.
During your appointment, we’ll walk through:
• Understanding where your money goes
• Creating a basic household budget
• Simple ways to save and reduce spending
• Helpful tools anyone can use at home
These sessions provide education and support only. I am not a certified financial advisor and cannot give professional financial advice, but I can help you build confidence and learn the skills you need to manage your personal finances better.
A FREE budgeting appointment is a great first step toward feeling more in control of your money. Let’s learn and plan together!
Call our office at 865-453-3695 or email kadkin17@utk.edu to set up an appointment at our office (752 Old Knoxville Hwy, Sevierville)
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Family and Consumer Sciences