This fun and exciting program prepares teens for the working world. Club teens 13-18 years old embark on a journey to explore careers, make sound educational decisions and find success in the world of work. The program, sponsored by Bank of America and Gap Foundation, contains 20 sessions full of interactive activities designed to help teens prepare for 21st Century careers. A tiered approach allows Clubs maximum flexibility in implementing the program. A pre- and post-assessment tool is included to determine individual participant’s achievement of the learning objectives and to document results of the program.

This program provides a range of services to guide Club members as they work toward high school graduation and prepare for post-secondary education and career success.

Money Matters promotes financial responsibility and independence among Club members ages 13-18 by building their basic money management skills. Participants learn how to manage a checking account, budget, save and invest. They also learn about starting small businesses and paying for college. Teens learn practical tips and important skills of balancing a checkbook, creating a budget and saving and investing for college and retirement.

Power Hour: Making Minutes Count helps Club members ages 13-18 achieve academic success by providing homework help, tutoring and high-yield learning activities and encouraging members to become self-directed learners.