Next Gen Personal Finance Reaches 100,000 Teacher Accounts Milestone as Financial Education Gains Nationwide Recognition

The community of teachers using resources from financial education nonprofit Next Gen Personal Finance (NGPF) has reached a significant milestone this week, with membership surpassing 100,000. NGPF’s goal is to ensure that all high school students receive a personal finance course before graduating by 2030. The organization provides high-quality, engaging curriculum and professional development for educators at no cost.

Demand for NGPF’s resources has grown alongside the increase in state policies mandating Personal Finance courses. In 2020, only eight states required such courses, but by the end of 2023, 25 states had enacted laws. The number of NGPF teacher accounts has more than tripled in the last four years, with 84% of U.S. high school students attending a school where a teacher has an NGPF account.

NGPF co-founder Tim Ranzetta highlighted the importance of financial education, stating that students are eager to learn about personal finance as they see its immediate relevance to their lives. The organization’s impact extends beyond the classroom, with research showing that a Personal Finance course can lead to long-term financial benefits for students.

NGPF’s commitment to providing free resources and professional development has garnered praise from educators like Amanda Volz and Brenda Martin-Lee, who credit the organization with transforming their teaching practices. The positive impact of NGPF’s work is evident in the success stories of teachers like Jacqueline Collins, who emphasize the value of the supportive community built by the organization.

With NGPF’s continued dedication to equipping students with essential financial skills, the future looks bright for the next generation of financially literate individuals.