California Jump$tart Coalition

08/21/2026

“Strengthening youth financial capability—starting early and continuing through key transition points—can help expand economic opportunity and support stronger households and communities.”

https://www.jpmorganchase.com/impact/policy-center/financial-health/strengthening-youth-financial-capability

See how our clients and partners—from small business owners to workforce training leaders—work with JPMorganChase to drive meaningful impact and economic growth where they live and work.

08/18/2026

“A new study from the Kids Mental Health Foundation found that more than one in three parents rank financial pressure as a top source of stress during a typical month. Experts say those challenges can also affect children, making communication within the family important.”

https://abc30.com/post/watching-wallet-financial-literacy-kids/19631601/

A new study from the Kids Mental Health Foundation found that more than one in three parents rank financial pressure as a top source of stress during a typical month. Experts say those challenges can also affect children, making communication within the family important.

08/12/2026

“If you want to learn how to make smart financial decisions, save more money and eliminate debt, you're in luck. Today, there are plenty of free online personal finance classes to sharpen your money-management skills.”

https://money.usnews.com/money/personal-finance/family-finance/articles/worthwhile-online-personal-finance-courses

Do you feel like you never learned to manage money well? Sharpen your skills with a free online class.

08/05/2026

Don't forget the Jump$tart National Educator Conference Scholarship Program application deadline is August 14!

The Jump$tart National Educator Conference is an all-scholarship event, which means that teachers interested in attending must apply for a scholarship here (unless you have already received one from one of our participating Partners or State Coalitions). The scholarship application period runs from....

07/30/2026

“7 Smart Money Lessons That Help Teens Become Financially Independent Adults”
https://www.parents.com/smart-money-lessons-for-teens-before-adulthood-12019248

Today’s teens are growing up in an economy with a high cost of living, which has forced many parents to support their adult children after they leave their home. That’s why we spoke to experts to learn how to teach teens financial literacy skills that they can carry with them into their young ad...

07/24/2026

Our Back to School Virtual Conference is one month away. Register free: https://ngpf.org/events/

Invest in the school year ahead and join us for a full day of learning designed to help you start the school year strong.

07/21/2026

Don't forget the Jump$tart National Educator Conference Scholarship Program application deadline is August 14!

The Jump$tart National Educator Conference (NEC) Scholarship Program helps educators access one of the nation’s leading professional development events focused on personal finance education. Scholarships support attendance for teachers who are passionate about advancing financial literacy in their classrooms and communities.

Educators interested in attending the 2026 National Educator Conference are encouraged to submit an interest application to be considered for scholarship opportunities.

Apply or learn more here: https://www.jumpstart.org/education/nec/scholarships/application/

Additional conference and scholarship information:
✔️ National Educator Conference: https://www.jumpstart.org/education/nec
✔️ Scholarship Information: https://www.jumpstart.org/education/nec/scholarships

07/17/2026

“California high school students will eventually be required to take a personal finance course to graduate, but one Vacaville teen is already learning how quickly money can disappear.”

https://www.cbsnews.com/sacramento/news/vacaville-students-california-new-financial-education-requirement/

California high school students will soon be required to take a personal finance course before they can graduate, but one Vacaville teen is already learning how quickly money can disappear in the real world.

07/13/2026

“High school students are growing up in a time of soaring vehicle and housing prices, persistent inflation, and growing uncertainty about their future due to AI. It’s no surprise they’re eager to learn the fundamentals now rather than figure it out later, especially as affordability has remained Americans’ No. 1 financial concern for five straight years.”

https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/financial-advisors/26/07/60269804/gen-z-wants-financial-literacy-where-theyre-getting-it-might-surprise-you

Survey shows high school students eager to learn about personal finance, with gaps in investing, retirement, and taxes. Advisors must educate earlier.

07/08/2026

“GoHenry lets kids as young as age 6 set savings goals and complete money lessons. It also offers prepaid debit cards with parental controls and allows family members to open junior individual savings accounts.”

https://www.bankingdive.com/news/barclays-acquire-gohenry-uk-kids-financial-literacy-app-savings-acorns/823132/

Acorns, which bought GoHenry in 2023, will hold onto the platform’s U.S. business.