How It Works
Our structured, cohort-based model creates an engaging learning environment where teens build financial skills alongside their peers.
Program Structure
The Youth Financial Empowerment Academy follows a proven structure designed to maximize engagement and learning outcomes.
Small Cohorts
Intimate group sizes ensure personalized attention, meaningful peer connections, and active participation in every session.
- Individual attention from facilitators
- Strong peer support networks
- Safe space for questions and exploration
Semester Model
Structured 10-week programs with clear progression from foundational concepts to advanced financial decision-making.
- Afterschool sessions during the week
- Select Saturday workshops
- Flexible scheduling for busy families
Interactive Simulations
Real-world financial scenarios and challenges that make abstract concepts tangible and memorable.
- Budget simulations with real choices
- Income and expense tracking activities
- Collaborative problem-solving challenges
A Student's Journey
Enrollment & Orientation
Students join a cohort and attend an orientation session where they meet peers, learn program expectations, and get excited about the journey ahead.
Foundational Skills (Weeks 1-3)
Build core knowledge of budgeting, saving, and money management through interactive activities and real-world examples.
Banking & Credit (Weeks 4-6)
Explore how financial institutions work, understand credit systems, and learn strategies for building healthy financial habits.
Income & Entrepreneurship (Weeks 7-8)
Discover diverse income opportunities, explore entrepreneurial thinking, and understand wealth-building strategies.
Leadership & Application (Weeks 9-10)
Apply all learned skills in comprehensive simulations, develop personal financial plans, and celebrate growth with peers.
Tuition & Access
We believe financial empowerment education should be accessible to all motivated students, regardless of their family's financial situation.
Community Tuition
Affordable tuition rates designed to make the program accessible to families in our community.
Sponsored Seats
Corporate and institutional sponsors fund seats for students, removing financial barriers to participation.
Scholarship Opportunities
Need-based scholarships ensure that motivated students can participate regardless of ability to pay.
Our Commitment to Access
No student is turned away due to financial hardship.
We are committed to ensuring that every motivated teen can access our programs. Financial circumstances will never be a barrier to participation.
What Students Can Expect
Engaging Sessions
High-energy, interactive sessions that keep teens actively involved and excited to learn.
Peer Collaboration
Work alongside peers in small groups, building friendships while solving financial challenges together.
Real-World Skills
Practical knowledge that students can immediately apply to their own financial decisions and goals.
Supportive Environment
A safe, encouraging space where questions are welcomed and mistakes are learning opportunities.
Expert Guidance
Experienced facilitators who understand teen learning styles and make complex concepts accessible.
Confidence Building
Structured progression that celebrates growth and builds genuine confidence in financial decision-making.