Troy, NY (WRGB) — Artistic expression meets financial literacy in a 10-week program offered for free to Capital Region youth this fall.
Young Futures is partnering with Unity House to offer Youth Financial Literacy Art Classes at that organization’s Kathryn Allen Building in Troy.
Young Futures founder & Chief Visionary Officer James Mitchell says the program is based on the foundational aspects of money management, taught in a fun way that can reach under-served communities.
“Really making sure it’s taught in a way where they can retain the information, have a good time while doing it, and also get the key components of financial literacy,” says Mitchell.
Unity House is acting as a partner in this program. Prevention Programs Director Ashley Hart says it’s an important topic for kids to learn.
An informational session will be held Saturday, September 27 from 10 a.m. to noon at 6 102nd Street. The 10-week program starts October 11 and ends December 20, with a break over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend.
Spots are still open in the 15-seat class for kids age 7 to 13. More information on the Financial Literacy Art course and all of Young Futures’ courses can be found at their website, where those interested can sign up.