News 2025
View all of NEFE's 2025 announcements, initiatives, and monthly happenings, and other news. An archive of past years news stories can also be found here.
Poll: Majority of U.S. Adults Continue to Want Financial Education in High Schools
April 29, 2025
New NEFE polling finds overwhelming support among U.S. adults for requiring personal finance education in high schools — a demand that has remained strong for years.
K-12 Financial Education Graduation Requirement Implementation Position Papers Now Available
April 23, 2025
Explore NEFE's series of position papers detailing the critical decisions states must consider for effective financial education policy implementation.
Multigenerational Household Poll Analysis: Expenses in Multigenerational Households
April 22, 2025
What happens when one household juggles the financial needs of kids, parents, and grandparents all at once? NEFE’s latest data reveals the full picture.
NEFE's Billy Hensley Receives William E. Odom Visionary Leadership Award
April 10, 2025
NEFE President and CEO Dr. Billy J. Hensley has been honored with the 2025 William E. Odom Visionary Leadership Award for advancing the field of financial education.
Financial Well-Being of Multigenerational Households
April 09, 2025
A new NEFE poll reveals adults in multigenerational households spend an average of $500/month on support, with 73% making unexpected financial sacrifices.
Multigenerational Household Poll Analysis: Summarizing the Family Makeup
April 09, 2025
New data from NEFE reveals that 55% of U.S. adults live in multigenerational households, with 52% caring for children under 18 and 31% providing support to aging relatives or friends.
Financial Well-Being in America: A Trend Analysis
April 04, 2025
Are Americans feeling more financially secure? Discover key insights from our latest analysis on financial well-being trends across demographics.
Financial Education in the Context of Systemic Barriers
April 02, 2025
How can financial education address systemic barriers and historical trauma in Native communities? Discover insights and solutions in NEFE’s latest reflection
NEFE Announces New Addition to Board of Trustees
March 24, 2025
NEFE welcomes new leadership to its Board of Trustees, bringing fresh perspectives to advance financial education and equity. Meet the newest members.
Prospect for an Economically Thriving Native Nation Seven Generations Out
January 13, 2025
Discover how financial education is shaping resilient Native communities, preserving traditions, and driving economic empowerment.