Money Skills for Life
YouthBiz StartUp may look different this year, but the program is just as impactful. Just ask the eight students who recently participated in the program as part of their course work at Cherry Creek Innovation Campus (CCIC). Located on 40 acres near the Centennial airport, CCIC aims to revolutionize the student experience in college and career preparedness. The campus offers …
Experts agree: saving is important. Â So today Young Americans Bank shares a great tip for growing your savings: 70 / 20 / 10! You might notice that 70 + 20 + 10 = 100. Â These numbers correspond to percents that you can use any time you receive money: Some kids receive money as an allowance. Â Some earn money because they …
With a mission to empower Denver-area youth, particularly those from low-income backgrounds, to create their own successful futures through hands-on programs and real-life experiences in entrepreneurship, YouthBiz teaches students to re-imagine, re-plan and recover. These concepts can be grouped into the 3 R’s to survive and thrive through the pandemic. Re-Imagine Be prepared to be agile Work with power teams …
Colorado students, educators, and schools are invited to apply for the 2021 MoneyWi$er Financial Innovation Awards! Â The MoneyWi$er Financial Innovation Awards, provided by the Colorado Office of the Attorney General and the Colorado Department of Education, serve as a tool for districts, schools, educators and students to elevate the importance of learning money management and financial literacy skills. We …
Young Americans Bank and Center for Financial Education are honored to welcome six new Board Members this year to help lead our organization. Their experience and passion are such an asset to both institutions, and they are already hard at work providing guidance, support, and oversight. Meet all six Board Members below! Chris Becze, Armanino As Tax Partner at Armanino, …
Financial strength. These commanding words represent a monumental pillar of focus as we continue to collectively navigate through the global pandemic. For many, looking back on 2020 is taxing. A recent research study found that 59% of Americans say they experienced a financial setback in the past year. Turning the page means recalibrating and reevaluating the best ways to grip …
The events of the last year have had a financial impact on families across our country, regardless of income. The Bureau of Labor reported a 6.7 percent unemployment rate in December, and The Commonwealth Fund estimates that 7.7 million people lost their jobs between March and June. CNBC reported in September that 60% of businesses that temporarily closed because of …
Vote for your favorites! Young Americans Center for Financial Education would be honored to receive your vote for our Summer Camps in the annual Colorado Parent Family Favorites competition. Â Visit coloradoparent.com/vote and choose your favorite camps, restaurants, schools, and so much more. Â Voting lasts through Sunday, February 28. Â Thank you for your consideration!
What is a Register? When you open a savings account or a checking account, one thing you’ll receive is a register. Â Your register helps you keep track of your money so that you know exactly how much you have. How to use a Register It is very important to keep track of your own transactions in your register, and then …
Make a difference as you do you taxes this year by donating your Colorado State Tax Refund to Young Americans Center for Financial Education! The Colorado Department of Revenue has offered this “Donate Your Tax Refund to Charity” program for many years, and Young Americans Center is proud to be among the 17 registered nonprofits for a third year. Â Through …
