# Event Details - **Event Name**: The Wise & Whys of Money - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 08:30 am – Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 01:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event Description**: A fun, interactive event where girls learn real-life money skills, build confidence, and take charge of their financial future.About this EventThe Wise & Whys of Money-Empowering Girls Through Financial LiteracyA special event designed to inspire girls in grades 3 through high school to build confidence and learn real-life money skills—including saving, spending, and earning—and understand their power to make smart financial decisions.This year’s event is a collaborative community effort hosted in partnership with Armor Down Girls, the YWCA Evanston/North Shore, and Evanston Community Bank & Trust - A Branch of Wintrust Bank.Through interactive breakout sessions, showcases, discussions, and activities, participants will select breakout rooms organized by the following:Armor Down GirlsYWCA Evanston/North ShoreEvanston Community Bank & TrustThis event is part of an ongoing mission to empower girls, increase access to financial education, and support their growth into confident, independent young women.Agenda🕑: 08:30 AM - 09:15 AMRegistration Check-In and Continental Breakfast🕑: 09:35 AM - 11:15 AMBreakout Sessions 🕑: 11:20 AM - 12:15 PMEntrepreneurs Showcase🕑: 12:15 PMLunch/Evaluation 🕑: 01:15 PMPick Up - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/evanston/the-wise-and-whys-of-money/100001985376774377 - **Event Categories**: Business - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Evanston - **state**: IL - **country**: United States - **location**: YWCA Evanston/North Shore - **lat**: 42.0491324 - **long**: -87.6891124 - **full address**: YWCA Evanston/North Shore, 1215 Church Street, Evanston, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: The Wise & Whys of Money - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/690503bc5e81a4a300f769e5962e7be73b495196c6c205eaf9b25904f01384f4-rimg-w1200-h647-dcd3bdff-gmir.jpg?v=1775917545 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is The Wise & Whys of Money being held? - **A:** The Wise & Whys of Money takes place on Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 08:30 am to Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 01:00 pm at YWCA Evanston/North Shore, 1215 Church Street, Evanston, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing The Wise & Whys of Money? - **A:** The Wise & Whys of Money is organized by Armor Down Girls. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** The Wise & Whys of Money is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Evanston, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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