Family Economics and Resources Management



FERM Home Page

 
 

A statewide effort by Cornell Cooperative Extension to help individuals and families to adopt management behaviors which lead to more secure financial situations and affordable use of resources through education and practice, including:

  • Enhancing financial literacy skills of consumers
  • Increasing consumer awareness of energy resource choices
  • Encouraging and augmenting  professional development for extension educators
  • Documenting and reporting program impact

Please explore FERM:

  • Projects
    • Learn more about the current efforts FERM is making to help families throughout New York State.
  • Educational Materials
    • Handouts, tip sheets, workbooks, and other resources to learn more about personal finance.
  • Reports & Statistics
    • Data about current financial issues facing New York households.
  • Outside Links
    • A directory of websites that can provide valuable information and advice.
  • Workteam
    • Get in touch with the faculty and staff of FERM.