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Financial Literacy
Building financial freedom through education — Cornerstone Bank is here to help.
Leaders in Financial Education (LiFE) Program
Cornerstone Bank’s LiFE program promotes financial education in schools, libraries, and community centers, focusing on saving, building credit, and preventing fraud and elder abuse.
To schedule a free presentation or learn more about our financial education opportunities, contact your local Cornerstone Bank branch or email the LiFE Committee at LIFE@cornerstoneconnect.com.
Together, we can strengthen financial knowledge and build confident, financially secure communities.
Community (LiFE) Programs
Each year, Cornerstone Bank participates in national financial education programs that promote financial literacy and create opportunities to engage with students and communities. These initiatives encourage smart saving habits, teach practical money management skills, and help young people build confidence in credit and financial planning.
- America Saves Week (February–March)
- Teach Children to Save (April)
- Get Smart About Credit (October)
Interested in bringing one of these programs to your school, business, or community group? Contact your local Cornerstone Bank branch or email the LiFE Committee at LIFE@cornerstoneconnect.com.
In-School Savings Bank (ISSB) Program
The In-School Savings Bank (ISSB) program first began in Nebraska in 2002 through a partnership between schools and financial institutions to help children build lifelong saving habits. What started as a single collaboration has since expanded across the state, giving thousands of students the opportunity to practice saving, learn financial skills, and gain confidence in managing money.
Today, Cornerstone Bank's Leaders in Financial Education (LiFE) program is proud to partnering with local schools to operate in-school savings banks. Each week, students can make deposits, set financial goals, and learn the difference between wants and needs—all while developing money habits that will last a lifetime.
We’re proud to offer the ISSB program in:
By working with schools, Cornerstone Bank provides students with real-world financial experiences that lay the foundation for smart money management and a more financially secure future.
To learn more about the ISSB program or how to get your school involved, contact your local Cornerstone Bank branch or email the LiFE Committee at LIFE@cornerstoneconnect.com.
Fraud Prevention Program
Cornerstone Bank’s Fraud Prevention Seminar Program helps protect our communities from scams, identity theft, and financial abuse. These free sessions equip individuals and organizations with the knowledge to recognize risks, safeguard information, and stay secure.
We offer the following programs:
- Fraud Prevention – Learn how to spot scams and protect personal information.
- Business Fraud Prevention – Safeguard your business against fraud and cyber threats.
- Counterfeit Money Training – Gain hands-on tips to detect counterfeit currency.
To schedule a program for your school, business, or community group, please contact your local Cornerstone Bank branch.
