Financial Literacy — Pay Your Family First

YOUTHpreneur Gumball Machine Entrepreneurship Program

What can a gumball teach us about life? With YOUTHpreneur, it gives kids some serious financial literacy principles to chew on while letting them sample the sweet taste of entrepreneurial success. This seven-week program shows kids how to operate a successful business with an actual gumball machine, while instilling in them a sense of self-confidence and pride.

Learning Objectives:

• Understanding the different types of businesses
• Creating a marketing strategy for their businesses
• Understanding the importance of giving back
• Identifying the difference between good and bad customer service
• Preparing business financials
• Communicating effectively by honing presentation skills
• Understanding the importance of creating and buying assets

YOUTHpreneur Entrepreneurial Program

The It’s My BIZ Program contains everything to get a teen’s part-time business up and running, including professional guidance and practical advice. At the end of this step-by-step program the teen will have completed their very own Business Plan. 

Learning Objectives:

• Choosing a Business
• Starting a Business
• Funding a Business
• Marketing a Business
• Managing a Business
• Measuring a Business
• Sharing a Business

Financial Literacy Program

It’s My Time to Thrive is a modular program that teaches the principles of financial literacy and incorporates the ThriveTime for Teens Board Game.

Learning Objectives:

• Examining the differences between Good Debt and Bad Debt
• Understanding the financial impact of buying a car
• Identifying effective financings strategies for college
• Identifying ways to manage money
• Practicing Presentation Skills (BE FAB)
• Understanding how to use credit cards wisely
• Experiencing the importance of giving back
• Understanding financial statements