Thank You!
Thank you to all the community leaders and champions of financial literacy who participated in our recent drawing. We truly appreciate you taking a moment to share your money wisdom and help spread awareness about the importance of early-age financial education.
The Winner Is ...
Congratulations GEORGE SCOTT GUILD!!!
Money does not grow on trees, but it can grow like trees.
About the Drawing
The drawing and instructions were announced on LinkedIn in this post.
Below, you’ll find the thoughtful responses—the money quotes and wisdom shared by community leaders from across the country.
The purpose of this drawing was simple:
To have a little fun as we kick off 2026
To highlight the importance of early-age financial literacy
To share timeless money wisdom we can all learn from
The Prize:
A $25 Starbucks gift card, plus potential bonuses:
If the winner was a Sammy Money School Member prior to the announcement, they receive a $10 bonus
If the winner is a teacher or student, they receive a $25 bonus
Money Wisdom and Quotes
Kate (Pitt) Mielitz, PhD, AFC®, CDP®
"Whoever said money can't solve your problems
Must not have had enough money to solve 'em"
— Ariana Grande, “7 Rings”
"I know everybody says money can't buy happiness
But it could buy me a boat"
— Chris Janson, “Buy Me a Boat”
Compound interest is the 8th wonder of the world.
— Often attributed to Albert Einstein
“You cannot out earn bad spending habits.”
"Money does not grow on trees, but it can grow like trees."
"Financial literacy is a survival skill that everyone needs."
"Spend less than you earn."
“Get in the habit like Sammy Rabbit savin money all the time. You can do it, now let’s get to it, for every dollar save a dime”.
“In the house of the wise are stores of choice food and oil, but a foolish man devours all he has.”
— Proverbs 21:20
"Know what you own, and know why you own it."
— Peter Lynch
Komal Rani
"Don’t save what is left after spending; spend what is left after saving."
Yulieth Mercado
“Why spend money on what is not bread, and your labor on what does not satisfy? Listen, listen to me, and eat what is good, and you will delight in the richest of fare.”
— Isaiah 55:2
"Let get curious, not furious."
(Shared in the context of financial therapy.)
Barbara O'Neill, Ph.D., CFP®, AFC®
"The greatest wealth is health."
— Virgil
Next Drawing
Stay tuned for announcement on Sammy Rabbit's next financial literacy education drawing on LinkedIn. Connect with us there: Sam X Renick | Sammy Rabbit
Keep Kids and Families Learning
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Parents, teachers, and community leaders are invited to explore the resources and teaching tips available on SammyRabbit.com, starting with award-winning financial educator Sam X Renick’s article series, Money Lessons Parents Should Teach Kids!
Schools, community organizations, employers, and partners can learn more about Sammy's Dream Big Financial Education curriculum, a flexible, standards-aligned approach designed to help children build strong money habits, confidence, and lifelong skills.
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