The 2012-2013 Youth Advisory Board just wrapped up their term, and what a year it was! These 13 teens joined the board in August and participated in a wide variety of events, connected as friends, learned about banking and nonprofits,… Read the rest
Young Americans Blog
Young Americans develops the financial literacy of young people up to age 22 with hands-on programs and real-life experiences. Find out more about our programs, services, events, and people here.
Ask Amy: How Do I Budget with My Kids?
This post is made possible through the generous support of Great-West Great-Teachers, a program of Great-West Financial. A budget is one of the most important tools individuals and families can have to guide their money use and financial conversations. So… Read the rest
Getting to Play Around
Schools have finished coming through our programs for the year. Summer camp hasn’t yet started. This is the time when we unveil changes to the various programs and upgrade any new shops in Young AmeriTowne and countries in International Towne…. Read the rest
Young Entrepreneurs + gSchool = Lots of Wins
A few weeks ago we let you know about a great collaboration in the works between the young entrepreneurs of Young Americans and the coding students at Galvanize’s gSchool. On Monday, June 3, the final projects were unveiled to great… Read the rest
Get A Sneak Peek at Our Business Competition Applicants
There is a young person in your life right now who could be eligible for a great opportunity! Young Americans Center is seeking applications from youth business owners. Winners will get up to $1,500, plus be matched with a local… Read the rest
Calling All Stellar Teens!
We’re on the hunt for incoming 8th to 12th graders who would like leadership experience and a unique group to join. We want those students to apply to the Youth Advisory Board! The what board? The Youth Advisory Board is… Read the rest
Best Taste? Best Time!
Young entrepreneurs are popping up everywhere! We hosted nearly a dozen business owners at Young Americans on Saturday, May 18 for the Lemonade Day Denver Best Tasting Contest. Sweet and sour Every year, thousands of young people set up their… Read the rest
Ask Amy: What Are the Best Money Apps for Kids?
This post is made possible through the generous support of Great-West Great-Teachers, a program of Great-West Financial. With teens constantly tapping away on their smart phones and little ones begging for access to parents’ iPads, the question arises: what are… Read the rest
Young Americans develops the financial literacy of young people up to age 22 with hands-on programs and real-life experiences. Find out more about our programs, services, events, and people here.
Ask Amy: How Do I Budget with My Kids?
This post is made possible through the generous support of Great-West Great-Teachers, a program of Great-West Financial. A budget is one of the most important tools individuals and families can have to guide their money use and financial conversations. So… Read the rest
Getting to Play Around
Schools have finished coming through our programs for the year. Summer camp hasn’t yet started. This is the time when we unveil changes to the various programs and upgrade any new shops in Young AmeriTowne and countries in International Towne…. Read the rest
Young Entrepreneurs + gSchool = Lots of Wins
A few weeks ago we let you know about a great collaboration in the works between the young entrepreneurs of Young Americans and the coding students at Galvanize’s gSchool. On Monday, June 3, the final projects were unveiled to great… Read the rest
Get A Sneak Peek at Our Business Competition Applicants
There is a young person in your life right now who could be eligible for a great opportunity! Young Americans Center is seeking applications from youth business owners. Winners will get up to $1,500, plus be matched with a local… Read the rest
Calling All Stellar Teens!
We’re on the hunt for incoming 8th to 12th graders who would like leadership experience and a unique group to join. We want those students to apply to the Youth Advisory Board! The what board? The Youth Advisory Board is… Read the rest
Best Taste? Best Time!
Young entrepreneurs are popping up everywhere! We hosted nearly a dozen business owners at Young Americans on Saturday, May 18 for the Lemonade Day Denver Best Tasting Contest. Sweet and sour Every year, thousands of young people set up their… Read the rest
Ask Amy: What Are the Best Money Apps for Kids?
This post is made possible through the generous support of Great-West Great-Teachers, a program of Great-West Financial. With teens constantly tapping away on their smart phones and little ones begging for access to parents’ iPads, the question arises: what are… Read the rest
