Summer camps are a great way for young people to experience FUNancial education through our award-winning programs! Young Americans Center for Financial Education offers 9 different camp options for youth who will enter 3rd-8th grade in the 2020-2021 school year. Registration opens Wednesday, January 8, 2020.
Participants who attend this event will be guided through the steps necessary to earn their Budgeting badge. Girls will determine their spending values, track their spending habits, set savings goals, and imagine what their lives may look like in ten years.
If you’ve always wanted to own a business but weren’t sure how to start, this workshop is for you! During this one day workshop, participants will work their way through creating a real-life business plan! No need to even have an idea—we will help you with that! Participants will learn how to create a SWOT analysis, market analysis, and financial ...
Calling all bakers and chefs! Whether you have an established baking business or have a goal to start a bakery, this is the workshop to have fun in the kitchen! Participants will think creatively about flavor combinations, frosting and glaze options, and decorative pieces for their very own cake pop creations, along with getting tips on packaging, display, and differentiation ...
Students are introduced to coin recognition skills and the concept of sorting coins into sets. Then, they will cut, paste, and assemble paper coins to help them identify both sides of pennies, nickels, dimes, and quarters. Class participants earn a $10 savings certificate for attending. Designed for youth grades K-1.
Students will learn why creating a budget is valuable. Then, students will determine a reasonable amount of money for Sarah to spend within her budget based on her income. Class participants earn a $10 savings certificate for attending. Designed for youth grades 4-6.
Ever wondered, “I have an Instagram/Facebook page, how can I generate some money using this?” Well, ask no more! We have a special guest coming in to take us through a journey on how to use any social media outlets to make money. Whether you sell a product, provide a service, or would like to be an influencer and start ...
Students will choose short and long term savings goals and make transactions to meet those goals. Students will then set their own personal savings goals. Class participants earn a $10 savings certificate for attending. Designed for youth grades 2-3.
As a continuation to Media and making your presence known on social media. We will be leading a tour at the Open Media Foundation, where you’ll be able to learn about what goes into filming, AND you’ll be able to create your own media clip. Use all that you’ve learned in the “Curating a Media Presence” workshop or other experiences and create ...
The ability to sew creates all kinds of business opportunities for young entrepreneurs, and we know many who just need to learn the basics. Come to this workshop to learn entry level machine sewing, basic skills that can yield dozens of different fabric-based products! All participants will leave with their very own, self-made scrunchie, supply organizer, or a variety of ...
