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Youth Advisory Board

Our Board Is Forming

We're recruiting the founding Youth Advisory Board — teens who help shape what we build. Until those seats are filled, meet the teen-facing members of our original cast, the characters who carry each money lesson in the show.

Penny, a Home Team character who represents saving and goals

Penny

Home Team original character

DJ, a Home Team character who represents earning and side hustles

DJ

Home Team original character

Homie, the Home Team mascot and money coach

Homie

Home Team original character

Board Responsibilities

  • Provide feedback on curriculum and program development
  • Represent youth perspectives in organizational decision-making
  • Assist in planning and executing youth-focused events
  • Contribute to social media content and outreach strategies
  • Participate in program evaluation and improvement initiatives
  • Act as ambassadors for financial literacy in their communities

What the Board Will Shape

As a young organization, we're building with youth voices at the table from the start. The founding board will help us:

  • Pressure-test each episode and coaching flow before it reaches other teens
  • Prioritize the money topics that matter most to their peers
  • Shape outreach so the program reaches students who need it
  • Champion financial literacy in their own schools and communities

Join the Youth Advisory Board

Application Process

We're always looking for passionate young individuals to join our Youth Advisory Board. Here's how you can apply:

  1. Review the eligibility criteria (ages 14-18, demonstrated interest in financial literacy)
  2. Complete the online application form
  3. Submit a short essay on why financial literacy is important to you
  4. Provide a letter of recommendation from a teacher or community leader
  5. If selected, participate in a video interview with current board members
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