This year, First Financial teamed up with the junior class at Maryvale Preparatory School to dive into financial wellness, wrapping up the program with a fun-filled session of Adulting 101! Our enthusiastic volunteers, including some Board Members and Senior Management, joined 90 students to navigate the interactive budgeting simulation. 

In Adulting 101, students embark on a journey through various stations where they must make budgeting decisions for housing, transportation, childcare (if necessary), health insurance, groceries and more. The twist? They must stick to their unique “life scenario” that includes a career, salary, family situation, and possibly student loans. 

The First Financial team is there every step of the way, guiding students to make smart financial choices. This program is a fantastic opportunity for students to learn and practice financial wellness skills they can use now and in the future!

As a credit union founded by an educator, we’re dedicated to providing free and fun financial education and resources to the youth in our community. Thanks for having us, Maryvale!

Interested in scheduling Adulting 101 for your classroom? Please contact our Youth Outreach Team at youthoutreach@firstfinancial.org.