93% of students want financial education taught in schools. They understand the link between financial knowledge and meeting their goals.
Unfortunately, the education system often falls short: only 27 states require students to take a financial education course to graduate. And even those schools in states with mandated education are often underfunded and understaffed.
By volunteering to teach financial literacy in K-12 classrooms, you empower students with skills to make more confident financial decisions. As adults, they'll remember your financial institution as having a positive impact on their education and the community. Employees who volunteer are also more likely to stay with your financial institution. This white paper describes:
- How to incorporate volunteerism into your cultural DNA
- Strategies to get the most out of the program
- Why financially educated consumers are more engaged consumers