Webinars
Fostering Financial Well-being Through Financial Education
Your Trusted Partner on the Journey Towards Financial Well-being
Our commitment goes beyond banking, it’s about empowering you to achieve your dreams and secure your future. We understand that managing your finances can sometimes feel overwhelming, which is why we're here to support you every step of the way. From setting yourself up for success to overcoming unexpected challenges to planning for the future, we're committed to helping you achieve your financial goals.
Through financial education, Valley First empowers the smart decisions that build an unshakable financial foundation for each individual, family and business — Making Good Happen in our community for generations to come.
Ready to take control of your financial future? Whether you're planning for retirement, buying a home, or simply looking for ways to grow your wealth, we're here to help.
Browse our calendar of upcoming financial wellness webinars. As always, these webinars are free for our members.
Upcoming Webinars
We've partnered with Trusted Capital Group (TCG) to bring you the latest financial tips, trends and wellness information to help you achieve your financial goals. While we’re no longer partnered with BALANCE, you can still look forward to enjoying free online webinars each month.
Live Webinars
Our free Financial Wellbeing & Education webinars are designed to empower our members with the knowledge and confidence to take charge of their financial futures. Available exclusively to our members, these sessions offer practical guidance, expert insights, and easy to apply strategies that support smarter money decisions at every life stage. It’s all part of our commitment to strengthening your financial wellbeing – helping you build stability, gain peace of mind, and create a path toward the goals that matter most to you.
No live webinars at this time. Please check back soon.
On-Demand Webinars
In case you missed one of our recent live webinars, these on-demand webinars offer convenient viewing at a time of your choosing. Dive into our diverse library of webinars and take control of your learning journey today!
10 Steps to Understanding Your Money
Ready to strengthen your financial foundation? This on-demand webinar covers 10 key steps to help you better understand your money, make smarter financial decisions, and work toward lasting financial success.
Raising Money Smart Kids
Would your child know how to manage money with confidence as they grow into adulthood? The foundation for lifelong financial wellbeing starts at home, and the lessons children learn today can shape their financial future for years to come.
This engaging presentation helps parents and caregivers turn everyday moments into meaningful money lessons. Discover how to teach children the value of spending wisely, saving for goals, giving generously, and making thoughtful financial decisions at every stage of childhood. From preschoolers learning the difference between needs and wants to teenagers navigating bank accounts, budgeting, and credit basics, you'll gain practical, age-appropriate strategies that make financial education simple and approachable.
Walk away with actionable tips, family-friendly activities, and proven techniques to help build healthy money habits, financial confidence, and responsible decision-making. Because the goal isn't just to raise children who understand money, it's to raise financially capable adults prepared for whatever the future brings.
Building a Spending and Savings Plan
Take control of your financial future with a simple, stress free approach to money management. In this session, you’ll learn how to build a personalized spending and savings plan that aligns with your goals, lifestyle, and priorities. We’ll cover how to track your expenses, set realistic savings targets, and create a flexible budget that actually works in everyday life. Whether you’re looking to reduce financial stress, prepare for big milestones, or build long term stability, this webinar will give you the confidence and tools to get started.
How to Get Out of Debt
Break free from financial stress and take control of your money with practical, proven strategies for paying down debt. In this webinar, we’ll walk you through step by step methods—like the snowball and avalanche approaches—to help you prioritize balances, stay motivated, and build momentum. You’ll also learn how to avoid common pitfalls, manage interest rates, and create a realistic plan that supports your long term financial wellbeing. Whether you’re dealing with credit cards, student loans, or personal debt, this session will empower you with the tools and confidence to move toward a debt free future.
The Power of Credit - Responsible Credit Usage
Credit is a powerful financial tool that can unlock opportunities, reduce costs, and shape your financial future when used responsibly. In this webinar, we’ll break down how credit works, why it matters, and how you can use it to your long term advantage. We’ll explore the key components of a credit score, the factors that influence it, and practical strategies for building, maintaining, and protecting strong credit. You’ll also learn how responsible credit use can help you secure better interest rates, increase your purchasing power, and open doors to major milestones such as buying a home, financing a car, or starting a business.
Fraud Awareness Essentials: Protecting Your Money
Stay informed. Stay protected. Get practical tips on avoiding phishing, job scams, and more – plus where to turn if you ever need help.
Retiring with Confidence
Planning for retirement doesn’t have to feel uncertain. Our newest on-demand webinar, Retiring with Confidence, is designed to help you take the next steps toward a secure and well-prepared future.
In this session, Justin Fellers, Senior Retirement Plan Specialist, joins Matt Anderson, Certified Financial Planner™ and Accredited Investment Fiduciary® from our partner TCG to share practical strategies for building long-term investments and exploring retirement solutions that can help provide lasting peace of mind.
Whether you’re just getting started or refining your retirement plan, this webinar offers valuable insights to support your journey.
Take advantage of this resource anytime – on your schedule – and move closer to retiring with confidence.
What's Your Money Personality?
We all have unique habits, beliefs, and emotions when it comes to money, and understanding yours is the first step toward smarter financial decisions. In this engaging webinar, you’ll discover how your natural instincts influence the way you earn, spend, save, and invest.
View this on-demand webinar to explore common money personalities, identify your own, and learn practical strategies to work with your strengths while overcoming potential growth areas. Whether you’re just starting your financial journey or looking to improve your money confidence, this session will help you build healthier, more intentional money habits.
Stay Scam Smart
Scams are on the rise, but knowledge is your best defense. In this on-demand webinar, you'll learn how to identify common scams, spot fraud warning signs, and take proactive steps to protect yourself and your finances.
Budgeting for the Holidays
Take the stress out of holiday spending with Valley First Credit Union. In this on-demand webinar, learn how to create a holiday budget, manage seasonal expenses, avoid holiday debt, and plan ahead for gifts, gatherings, and travel.
Discover practical money-saving strategies that can help you stay on budget while enjoying the celebrations and traditions that matter most.