Financial Planning and Security
Personal Finances
Access the tools needed to take charge of your financial future.
Organize this! Legal and Financial Must-Haves
A fiduciary is a person with legal authority to act on your behalf in a variety of situations (health care, financial, guardianship, executor, trustee, etc.). Organization is the key to ensuring your fiduciary knows what to do and when.
Organize This! Facilitator Training
SDSU Extension will offer two opportunities for Organize This! facilitator training. Participants have the option to attend the training on October 26 and 27 from 5:00-8:00 p.m. CDT or October 28 and 29 from 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. CDT.
Dakotafest
Stop by the SDSU Extension booth at Dakotafest to meet specialists, ask questions, get recommendations and learn about programming and events.
Organize This! Explore, Adapt, and Implement for Local Impact
SDSU Extension will host an informational webinar to provide an overview of the Organize this! program, including its educational content, timeline, and lessons learned on September 1 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. CDT.
SDSU Extension experts to attend 2026 Dakotafest
July 22, 2026
South Dakota State University Extension experts will attend the 2026 Dakotafest trade show in Mitchell, providing educational resources and hands-on activities for a variety of topics.
Changes to Federal Student Loan Repayment Plans
Beginning July 1, 2026, major changes will take effect for federal student loan repayment options. These changes apply to Direct Loans and PLUS Loans and will vary depending on a borrower’s loan type, whether they consolidate, and whether they take out new loans after July 1, 2026.
Keep Your Financial Information Safe After a Disaster
Financial security after a disaster starts with preparation and vigilance. By safeguarding cash and critical documents, building trusted networks, and staying informed through official alerts, you can reduce stress and maintain control during uncertain times.
Organize this! Facilitator Training and Certification
Organize this! facilitators guide participants through the program while creating a supportive and educational environment. Training ensures that facilitators have the knowledge needed to facilitate the program.
Worksite Wellbeing
Workplaces are communities where leaders can shape the health, satisfaction, and engagement of their teams. By offering wellness programs and creating supportive policies, employers help employees manage stress, maintain good health, and stay focused and motivated.