Financial Literacy Programs

From kindergarten through high school, students learn and practice financial literacy concepts with real-world relevance. JA is taking strides now to equip the next generation with the tools and know-how for success in school and beyond. JA programs and content teach how to earn, budget, build credit, buy appropriate insurance, save, and invest, through hands-on learning experiences and useful resources. Students develop a financially capable mindset and successfully engage with local businesses and communities. The cumulative impact on individual households will generate stability, prosperity, and quality of life.

JA in a Day/Week

$5,000 -$25,000 depending on number of students that participate (based on 100-500 students) One of JA's staple and long-standing series, volunteers teach JA curriculum to an entire grade or school of students over the course of one day, one week, or five consecutive weeks or months. Each grade-specific program includes sequential themes and hands-on activities that help students understand business and economics. Designed for and aligned with content area standards for grades K-8, these activities introduce students to concepts early on and set the framework for success later in life.

Investment Focus: Financial Literacy, Work Readiness, Career Inspiration

Finance Park Virtual

$5,000-$25,000 depending on number of students that participate (based on 100-500 students)

Over a series of lessons, students develop an understanding of personal finance and budgeting culminating in a simulation experience in the Virtual Finance Park, a realistic reflection of their community where they put into practice skills learned by developing/committing to a personal budget and making financial and career decisions across a life span.

Investment Focus: Financial Literacy, Work Readiness, Career Inspiration

JA Day in Banking

$5,000-$10,000 depending on number of students that participate (based on 50-100 students)

A half day-long program where students visit a bank, learn about the industry, and meet with bank executives to see a more in-depth view of banking and the variety of career fields and opportunities available with a bank from the expected finance to marketing to IT.

Investment Focus: Financial Literacy, Work Readiness, Career Inspiration

JA More than Money 5th Grade Conference

$5,000-$10,000 depending on number of students that participate (based on 50-100 students) Fifth grade students learn about earning, spending, sharing/saving money, and businesses they can start or jobs they can perform to earn money. Students are encouraged to use innovative thinking to learn money management skills that support positive attitudes as they explore and enhance their career aspirations.

Investment Focus: Financial Literacy, Work Readiness, Career Inspiration

JA High School Heroes

$1,000-$5,000 depending on number of students that participate (based on 20-100 students) High school students engage in leadership development opportunities and then deliver JA programs in elementary schools, serving as positive role models for younger students. Some of the topics covered through this program include civic leadership, conflict resolution, flexibility, and interpersonal communications.

Investment Focus: Financial Literacy, Work Readiness

JA Economics for Success

$1,000-$5,000 depending on number of students that participate (based on 20-100 students) This program reveals the heart of a successful economic life: choosing the right career and managing money properly. Students will explore their skills, interests, values, and the world of work to make informed education, career, and life decisions. They will also develop their knowledge of personal finance to apply strong financial management skills regardless of income.

Investment Focus: Financial Literacy, Work Readiness, Career Inspiration

JA Personal Finance 2.0

$1,000-$5,000

Through this program, students experience the interrelationship between today’s financial decisions and future financial freedom. To achieve financial health and wellness, they learn about money-management strategies, including earning, employment and income, budgeting, savings, credit and debt, consumer protection, smart shopping, risk management, investing, credit card usage, debt management, and net worth.

Investment Focus: Financial Literacy, Work Readiness, Career Inspiration

All About Cars

$1,000-$2,000

Buying one’s first car is both exciting and daunting. This program introduces students to the essential costs related to buying and operating a first car and offers tips on being smart consumers when purchasing vehicles. In this volunteer-led session, students consider their needs and wants to make a real-world connection to the car-buying experience, motivating them to make good financial decisions when buying or leasing.

Investment Focus: Financial Literacy, Career Inspiration

Our JA Day or JA in a Week programs can also be taught through a series of Traditional weekly sessions. Below is a list of these financial literacy focused curriculums taught during these programs:

A STATISTICALLY SIGNIFICANT SHIFT IN JA ALUMNI REPORT AN

INCREASE IN THEIR STANDARD OF LIVING BETWEEN CHILDHOOD AND ADULTHOOD,

A STRONG INDICATOR OF ECONOMIC MOBILITY.