FSW and Suncoast Credit Union partnering to educate students on their money
Provided by Suncoast Credit Union
The partnership between Florida SouthWestern and Suncoast Credit Union spans far beyond the Suncoast Credit Union Arena on the Thomas Edison (Lee) Campus. Suncoast Credit Union's commitment to community, youth, and collegiate outreach includes:
- Educational opportunities at each FSW location
- Scholarship awards
- In-school programs
- Signature financial literacy workshops
- Presence at FSW and community events
Financial Literacy Workshops
Live Beyond the Weekend!
All Students Welcome! Come learn about budgeting your money. Join the Office of Student Engagement & First Year Experience for a financial literacy workshop hosted by Suncoast Credit Union! This workshop will ask participants to think critically about financial topics including:
- Money management habits
- Financial organization and planning
- Navigating campus life in a cost effective manner
- Maintaining a positive personal life
- Ways to invest & save for retirement
- Smart decision making
RSVP today or drop-in to any available workshop. Dates can be seen in the form below or by visiting the FSW Event Calendar.
Financial Literacy Essay Contest
Sponsored by Suncoast Credit Union
Learn more on the FSW Event Calendar.
Contest Winners
Essay contest winners will receive:
- An invitation to an end of the year awards ceremony
- Certificate of Achievement
- A $50 Suncoast Credit Union bank account
Contest Deadlines
Discover contest deadlines and learn more on the FSW Online Calendar.
Essay Prompt
Write a creative and thoughtful essay that addresses one or more of these questions.
- Why should students think critically about their finances?
- How does financial literacy support academic and personal goal achievement?
- What have you learned through participation in the cornerstone experience course and financial literacy workshops that you have put into practice?
- How has financial literacy education changed you or improved your life?
What is mPower Money Management eLearning?
Money isn't everything, but it does impact every part of your life. Money management skills can help you stay calm and handle your finances with ease; and we are here to help make it easy for you!
Our mPower program is designed to help you learn about the topics that are relevant to your life. Whether you are a college student just starting your financial future, or you are on your way to retirement, we have courses to help you.
Our programs include: The Basics, The Next Steps, The Watchful Eye, and The Essentials. Our mPower interactive courses are easy to use, full of information, and completely free! Click on the resources above to find out which program is right for you.
Click here to explore the mPower Money Management program.
Suncoast Credit Union Blog
The Suncoast Credit Union Blog for a Bright Financial Future is your one-stop shop to learn about money management, preparing for your financial future, and so much more. And of course, we'll also entertain you and share all sorts of wonderful Suncoast stories!
Visit Suncoast
| Location | Additional Features | Phone | Fax | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlotte Campus | ||||
| Punta Gorda | 2310 Tamiami Trail Punta Gorda, Florida 33950 |
800-999-5887 | 941-639-5902 | |
| Charlotte Harbor | 23141 Harborview Road Port Charlotte, Florida 33980 |
Drive Through | 800-999-5887 | 941-764-8872 |
| Port Charlotte | 19501 Cochran Boulevard Port Charlotte, Florida 33948 |
Drive Through, Safe Deposit | 800-999-5887 | 941-629-1733 |
| Collier Campus | ||||
| South Naples | 8797 Tamiami Trail East Naples, Florida 34113 |
Drive Through | 800-999-5887 | 239-417-3424 |
| Naples | 2728 Horseshoe Drive North Naples, Florida 34104-6918 |
Drive Through | 800-999-5887 | 239-435-0212 |
| Hendry/Glades Curtis Center | ||||
| Riverdale Service Center | 14021 Palm Beach Blvd Fort Myers, Florida 33905 |
Drive Through | 800-999-5887 | 239-693-1746 |
| LaBelle | 85 South Lee Street (Mail: P.O. Box 2636) LaBelle, Florida 33935 |
800-999-5887 | 863-675-9340 | |
| Thomas Edison (Lee) Campus | ||||
| College Parkway Service Center | 9131 College Pkwy Ste 135 Fort Myers, Florida 33919-4828 |
800-999-5887 | 941-371-7692 | |
| Fort Myers - Matthew Drive | 1533 Matthew Drive Fort Myers, Florida 33907 |
Drive Through, Safe Deposit | 800-999-5887 | 239-936-7914 |
| East Fort Myers | 4491 Underwood Drive Fort Myers, Florida 33905 |
Drive Through | 800-999-5887 | 239-693-1039 |
| Fort Myers - Daniels Parkway | 6810 Shoppes at Plantation Drive Fort Myers, Florida 33912 |
800-999-5887 | 239-561-9340 | |
Check out more resources provided by FSW to help you succeed and graduate at www.FSW.edu/graduate.