A lunch and learn focuing on the benefits of saving during tax time is planned on Tuesday, Feb. 2, at the Hardin County Extension SPARK Lab, according to Jami Dellifield of the extension office.

Amanda Woods, Healthy Finances Program Specialist, will make the presentation, which takes place from either 11:45 a.m.—12:15 p.m. or 12:30-1 p.m.

Participants should bring their own lunch. The program is at the Hardin County OSU Extension SPARK Lab, 1021 W. Lima St., Kenton, 

RSVP by calling Dellifield at 419-674-2297

As a part of the America Saves campaign, Ohio Saves has partnered with The Ohio State University Extension to encourage Ohioans to adopt a savings based outlook on their financial lives, and increase financial stability across the state.

Now that tax time is among us, Ohio Saves is working to promote America Saves Week and encourage individuals and families to consider saving at least a portion of their tax refund.

By using the 8888 tax form when filing, taxpayers have the option to split a portion of their refund into one of the following savings mechanisms – Savings Accounts and CD’s, Savings Bonds and Treasury Direct, and an IRA or myRA.

This presentation will provide some valuable information about your savings options, as well as the benefits of saving during tax time.