THE DOLLAR WI$E CAMPAIGN PARTNERSHIP

The U.S. Conference of Mayors' Council for the New American City is a coalition of non-profit groups, corporations, and businesses that share a common goal of increasing investment in American cities. The DOLLAR WI$E Campaign grew out of a desire on the part of the Council Members to help consumers learn more about financial issues and to empower them to become investors in their communities.

By joining the DOLLAR WI$E Campaign, mayors agree to organize and implement local financial literacy programs in their communities using materials supplied by the Council Members. Mayors are strongly encouraged to support and enhance existing financial literacy opportunities that may already be underway within their communities. The campaign will focus on areas of education, credit card and debt management, savings, and home ownership.

OTHER PARTICIPANTS

In addition to the Council Members, The Federal Reserve Board of the United States has agreed to advise USCM on the DOLLAR WI$E Campaign. Federal Reserve Banks nationwide sponsor financial activities, including initiatives like the Chicago Federal Reserve Bank's week-long "Money$mart" program teaming mayors, local businesses and non-profit organizations to promote financial literacy.