Texas Jump$tart Coalition for Personal Financial Literacy
Texas Jump$tart is an independent affiliate of the national Jump$tart Coalition for Personal Financial Literacy. The national Jump$tart Coalition is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt non-profit organization headquartered in Washington, D.C. Founded in 1995, the coalition includes more than 100 national partners and a network of 51 state affiliates that share a commitment to #afinlitfuture and to working collaboratively toward common goals.
About Us
Texas Jump$tart is a statewide member-driven organization that brings together education champions committed to advancing financial literacy for young Texans. The Coalition supports the financial education efforts of its partners and affiliates and works to:
- Raise awareness of financial education requirements for Texas youth;
- Foster innovation and collaboration among partners;
- Serve as a resource hub for Texans interested in financial education;
- Create dialogue for financial education in Texas through its affiliation with the National Jump$tart Coalition based in Washington, D.C.
Educational Resources
Where to go, where to stay, where to eat, what to do, what you can’t miss, how many days you need — I’m sharing it all.
Our mission is to share financial literacy with as many students and educators as possible.
The Jumpstart Clearinghouse is a database of FREE financial literacy educational resources, where you may search by many attributes, such as grade/age, teachers, classroom, home and more!
Texas Jump$tart 2024 Board Members
Texas Jump$tart Coalition is a statewide, volunteer-led non-profit organization made up of individuals who believe in the financial education and empowerment of young Texans. Meet our leadership!
Executive Directors:
Co-Chairman – Brittany McDowell, Citizens State Bank
Co-Chairman – Aimee Martin, Accelalpha
Treasurer – Sam Anderson, Dallas College
Secretary – Mary Lange, Texas Banker’s Association
Directors:
Angela Joiner, Southwest Bank
Armida Riojas, Dallas Federal Reserve
Bill Marley, Life Path Wealth Advisors
Christine Graham, Office of Consumer Credit Commissioner
Christy Bachmeyer, Frost Bank
Julia Kraemer, TXN Bank
Patricia Hord, Office of Consumer Credit Commissioner
Advisors:
Brenda Amitrani, Education Service Ctr 1
Jocelyn Carby, Texas Bankers Association
Linda Gabriel, Federal Deposit Insurance Commission
Melissa Lopez, Education Service Ctr 1
Bankers & Books Program
Our FREE Bankers & Books Program allows leaders in the financial industry to share their knowledge of and enthusiasm for promoting financial education to school children across Texas. Through standards-based mini-lessons, volunteers cover such topics as: saving and spending, counting money, identifying coins, compound interest, entrepreneurship, and so much more.
We provide a complete package of resources including,
- Introductory Letter to the School/District explaining the program, expectations for the volunteer and teacher during the lesson, and estimated timing for the lesson.
- Customizable Brochure about the Bankers & Books Program for use in company newsletters or promotional materials.
- Book List with TEKS-based Mini-Lessons which are grouped by grade level.
- Helpful Tips for Volunteers to allow the process to go smoothly.
If you are interested in using the Bankers & Books Program, please complete the inquiry form below and we will provide you with an implementation guide.
Get the Program Now!
Complete this short form to request more information. Our team will send you instructions to download our easy to follow PDF guide, with step-by-step plans to help you execute your own Bankers & Books program.
Sponsors
Our featured sponsor is Life Path Wealth Advisors. As you follow the road ahead of you, Life Path Wealth Advisors will be there to help you make smart financial decisions.
When you have an account with Frost, you have a relationship with Frost. We’ll answer the phone when you call 24/7, right here in Texas. And we’ll be here for you with a square deal and prudent financial advice and tools to help you with all the milestones in the years ahead.
We’re in the business of helping our clients resolve property tax debt and avoid foreclosure. Since our start in 2007, we’ve paid more than 50,000 tax bills, making a big difference in our clients’ lives and helping them keep their homes and businesses.
Founded in 1885, the Texas Bankers Association is a member-centric state organization based in Austin whose members represent the voice of the banking industry within the state and national halls of Austin and Washington, D.C.
Get Involved
There are many ways that organizations or individuals can become involved with the coalition.
Join the Coalition! If your organization or you as an individual are actively engaged in promoting personal financial literacy amongst youth, we invite you to become a member.
Support the Coalition! The Jump$tart Coalition is a charitable 501(c)3, not-for-profit organization. As such, in-kind donations such as the printing of promotional materials or hosting of meetings and events are greatly appreciated. The Coalition also welcomes monetary contributions.
Make a difference locally! Organizations and individuals can make a great impact at the local level. Here are just a few ways that you can make a difference:
- Financial Institutions: Volunteer to work with a local school or district to provide classroom presentations or teacher support.
- Educators: Incorporate personal finance within your curriculum. Personal finance has been taught successfully to students of all ages and within many core and elective subjects. For more resources, go to the Jump$tart Clearinghouse and search according to your grade and subject matter.
- Policy Makers: Consider ways to incorporate personal finance education into your school’s curriculum and teacher professional development programs.
- Parents: Begin teaching your child about personal finance at a young age and continue to reinforce these skills. See the resources section or visit the Clearinghouse for more ideas on teaching your child about personal finance matters.
