Washington State Department of Financial Institutions

For support and other resources during this time, you can also visit the Employee Security Department’s website for information on webinars: esd.wa.gov/about-us/news-release/2025/federal-shutdown-private-sector-layoffs-lead-increase-unemployment-claims

Guidance and Resources from DFI Regarding the Federal Government Shutdown Information and resources from the Washington Department of Financial Institutions.

DFI wants to help the many people in our state affected by the federal government shutdown. Visit our website for financial resources, information on how to identify and avoid scams, and a letter of guidance for our licensees from DFI Director Charlie Clark.

Let's go Mariners! ⚾ #SeizeTheMoment

Something we aren’t ashamed of – sharing financial education resources! 😏

Do you have these things in common with us or interested in knowing more? Visit our Financial Education website where you can find these topics and more: dfi.wa.gov/financial-education/personal-finance-information-topic

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It's Hispanic Heritage Month! This year’s theme is “Collective Heritage: Honoring the Past, Inspiring the Future.”

We recognize the importance of the Latino community in our state. We celebrate the many ways the Latino people contribute to Washington — in our rich history and bright future.

This week, we hosted our second annual Next Generation Financial Leaders workshop...and let’s just say, our financial industry will be in good hands in the future! 🌟

We’ll be starting the planning process for 2026 soon – and hope to see you there!

Next Generation of Financial Leaders Program Information and resources from the Washington Department of Financial Institutions.

For more information about NGFL, visit our website: dfi.wa.gov/next-generation-financial-leaders

Next Generation Financial Leaders is right around the corner, and we can hardly wait! 🎉

Today, meet Marco, our next mentor for NGFL in our Meet a Mentor series!

If you’re attending this year's NGFL event, you’ll be able to meet Marco and several other mentors from DFI.

See you there!

We're so excited to meet our Next Generation Financial Leader attendees soon! 🎉 Today, meet Ben, our next mentor for NGFL in our Meet a Mentor series!

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We’re in our Summer Saver era. 🧡 It’s never too late to save. Find out how to start today with a visit to our website: dfi.wa.gov

It’s not a cruel summer when you have extra money to spend the way you’d like!

#nationalfinancialawarenessday

Next Generation of Financial Leaders Program Information and resources from the Washington Department of Financial Institutions.

While we have a full applicant pool, we are still accepting applications for a waitlist in the event of cancellations. Please fill out the application on our website so we can reach out if/when we have an opening: dfi.wa.gov/next-generation-financial-leaders

Meet Chloe, our next mentor for Next Generation Financial Leaders (NGFL) in our Meet a Mentor series! 👋

If you’re attending this year's NGFL event, you’ll be able to meet Chloe and several other mentors from DFI.

Meet Sam, a Next Generation Financial Leaders (NGFL) mentor! 👋

We are kicking off our Meet a Mentor series where you get to hear from just a few NGFL mentors on why you should attend and what you can expect.

Visit our website: dfi.wa.gov/next-generation-financial-leaders

The workshop will be conducted Sept. 8-11 and will be at University of Washington – Tacoma campus and online. There’s still time to apply!

Are you or someone you know interested in what it’s like to work in the financial services industry and would like to learn more about it?

Learn more about this workshop and apply: dfi.wa.gov/next-generation-financial-leaders

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Thank you for visiting DFI's social media account. While we do not generally respond to comments not related to DFI, if you have a question or wish to connect with us, please email DFISocial@dfi.wa.gov.

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Our Summer 2025 Agency Newsletter is online!

You will find:

-A message from DFI Director Charlie Clark
-Updates from each division at DFI
-And so much more!

You can read the newsletter on our website: dfi.wa.gov/sites/default/files/2025-07/DFI_Newsletter_Summer2025.pdf

A graphic from a screenshot of a phone with messages. The cover photo is a piggy bank at the beach. The first text is a consumer alert that says, "borrowers should ignore incorrect TikTok content on how to erase your student loan debt." The next text is from a Jacob that says, "Dude I just saw a tiktok that said you can erase your student loan debt!!"

We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again…if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is!

That viral TikTok video going around your FYP about student loan debt being erased is probably (not at all) a trusted source.

Read the consumer alert: dfi.wa.gov/consumer/alerts/tiktok-student-loans

Visit the ASW website for the list of awards and recognitions:
americasavesweek.org/newsroom/insights/america-saves-recognizes-25-financial-institutions-for-championing-a-culture-of-saving-during-america-saves-week-2025/

During America Saves Week, we posted each day to share financial education resources, shared information in our agency newsletter, on our financial education blog, and in a TV interview. A total of 5,046 organizations participated this year and 18 were recognized with this award, including DFI.

A screenshot from the America Saves Week website with the list of organizations who received the Savings Champion Award. DFI is listed and highlighted.

We are happy to announce that DFI has been recognized with the Savings Champion 2025 Award by America Saves. 🎉

This award recognizes organizations and employers for creative and impactful programming that inspired financial action among their audiences.

A photo collage of couples and individuals enjoying retirement. In the center of the collage it says, "almost forgot this is the whole point" and in the bottom it says, "saving for retirement."

A photo collage of families on vacation. In the center of the collage it says, "almost forgot this is the whole point" and in the bottom it says, "saving for vacation."

A photo collage of couples and individuals stressing about debt. In the center of the collage it says, "almost forgot this is the whole point" and in the bottom it says, "paying down or off debt."

A photo collage of good credit scores. In the center of the collage it says, "almost forgot this is the whole point" and in the bottom it says, "building credit."

Almost forgot that this is the whole point - to have a life with financial freedom and time to enjoy it!

If you want to take back control of your finances and future, visit our website for money topics and resources: dfi.wa.gov/financial-education/personal-finance-information-topic

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Celebrate the 4th of July by finding financial freedom this year by paying down – or better yet off - your debt!

Visit our website for resources on how to become debt free: dfi.wa.gov/financial-education/dealing-debt

#4thofJuly #debtfree #financialeducation

DFI employees gather outside around the flagpole to raise the Juneteenth Flag.

On Tuesday, DFI raised the Juneteenth Flag in front of our building with employees. DFI celebrates progress and remains committed to equality.

#Juneteenth #washingtonstate #financialinstitutions

A photo of DFI employees outside raising the Pride Flag at DFI headquarters.

Today, we gathered in front of our office building to raise the Progress Pride Flag in celebration of #PrideMonth.

DFI is honored to serve ALL who call Washington State "home.”

Happy Pride Month!

#washingtonstate #financialinstitutions

A blue graphic with the title, "Join Our Mentorship Workshop! Next Generation Financial Leaders." Under the title is lists the date, Sept. 8-11, 2025, and location: University of Washington - Tacoma Campus & Online. And the ages: Young Adults 18+. At the bottom of the graphic are bullet points about the workshop, "meet with industry leaders, 1v1 mentoring, and learn about the financial industry." To the right are three photos from last year's NGFL event.

Are you or someone you know interested in working in the financial services industry?

We are working with our bank and credit union association partners to offer you a mentorship workshop!

Applications are open: www.surveymonkey.com/r/9LYK6S2

#workshop #washingtonstate #financialinstitutions

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We are honoring our heroes this Memorial Day. Thank you to all who sacrificed for our freedom.

DFI will be closed Monday in observance.

#MemorialDay

DFI Director Charlie Clark standing on the left with new CSBS Chair Tony on the right.

While attending the Annual Membership Meeting for the Conference of State Bank Supervisors (CSBS), DFI Director Charlie Clark passed the torch as CSBS Chair to Commissioner Tony Salazar from Maryland.

Congratulations on a successful year, Charlie!

#financialinstitutions

A collage of photos in the background from DFI's Public Service Recognition Week event. In the center is the PSRW logo and a "thank you!"

This week — and every day — we enjoy celebrating the outstanding work our employees do by protecting Washington State consumers! Their work does not go unnoticed. Thank you for all that you do! 🎉

Happy #PublicServiceRecognitionWeek!

#PSRW #financialinstitutions

A graphic that has light blue money in the background. On the left is a title "Steps to Take When Planning Your Budget: Identify, List, Prioritize, Assign, and Take Advantage." To the right is the graphic title, "Financial Capability Month - April. MAKE A BUDGET."

Once you’ve made your budget, it’s time to stick to it!

For the last week of #FinancialCapabilityMonth, learn how to make a budget and stick to it on our website: dfi.wa.gov/financial-education/information/budgeting

#financialeducation