2026 Scholarship Applications Are Now Open Through June 30, 2026!🎓

It’s Financial Fact Friday, where the facts might surprise you. What country would you think has the most millionaires? The answer isn’t surprising. The United States is the world’s largest economy and literally millions of millionaires live here. Number 2 might be a bit of a surprise. It’s China. Japan is third, while the UK and France are tied for 4th.

What better way to learn about finance than in a real-life simulator! Thank you @Ctr4FE for allowing us to be a part of this event.

We’ve just wrapped our 6th year of financial empowerment at Basic Academy High School in Henderson, Nevada! 💸🎓 Thanks to a generous grant from MGM Resorts International and the support of US Government teachers, the CFE brought budgeting, saving, credit, and debt education to all 565 seniors—culminating in a high-energy Mad City Money simulation! A huge thank you to our amazing volunteers from @Rize_CU, @charlesschwab, @cityofhenderson, @mycreditunion1, and Toyota Financial Savings Bank for making this real-world experience possible. 📣 What students said: 💬 “It helped me learn unexpected events can happen and may require more than expected.” – Jonash A. 💬 “I learned the stress I felt is someone’s real life stress.” – Eva U. 💬 “This was one of the most real world examples you can get.” – Ashlee W. Together, we’re helping students prepare for the realities of adult life. Learn how to get involved at the link below. center4fe.org/getinvolved #MadCityMoney #CFE #FinancialEmpowerment #HendersonNV #BasicAcademy #FinLitForTeens #LifeSkills #SmartMoneyMoves

Juneteenth is more than a date—it’s a reminder of how long justice can take, and how much work remains. On June 19, 1865, news of freedom reached the last enslaved African Americans in Texas, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation. At the Center for Financial Empowerment, we reflect on this day with reverence and responsibility. We believe that economic empowerment is a form of liberation. Through financial education, we help young people navigate systems that weren’t built with everyone in mind—so they can build legacies, not just budgets. 🖤 We honor the past. 💚 We serve the present. ❤️ We invest in the future. #Juneteenth #CFE #EconomicEmpowerment #FinancialEducation #LegacyBuilding #JusticeThroughEducation

Here’s an opportunity to help local high school age teens and have a great time! We need volunteers for an upcoming #MadCityMoney event at @aboutKP in Baldwin Park on June 27. These are financial literacy simulations where students get hands-on experiences with budgeting, spending and saving. They get a hint at what real world finances are like to manage. It’s a fun, impactful time and we’d love your help. Use the link to get involved. center4fe.org/getinvolved #VolunteerOpportunity #FinancialLiteracy #SouthernNevada #TeensAndMoney #GiveBack

🚨 Scholarship Deadline Approaching – Sunday, June 22! Know a student who could use $2,000 for college or trade school? The Center for Financial Empowerment is awarding 10 scholarships to motivated young adults in Southern California and Southern Nevada. 📌 Applicants must: ✔ Be between 17–26 ✔ Have a GPA of 2.0 or higher ✔ Be accepted to a college, university, or trade school for Fall 2025 ✔ Show strong community involvement 🗓 Apply at the link below by Sunday, June 22, 2025 – don’t wait! 🔗 center4fe.org/scholarship25 #Scholarship2025 #EducationSupport #FinancialEmpowerment #CollegeBound #TradeSchoolFunding #CFEscholarship #CommunityDriven #FutureReady

This Pride Month, the CFE proudly stands with the LGBTQ community. 🌈 Financial empowerment is for everyone—no matter your gender identity or who you love. At CFE, we believe in inclusive financial education that gives ALL individuals the tools to thrive. We’re committed to creating safe, affirming spaces where teens and young adults can explore real-world money skills without fear or judgment. 🏳️‍🌈 Financial literacy is freedom. 🏳️‍⚧️ Budgeting is self-care. 💸Knowledge is power. Let’s build a future where everyone has access to the financial skills they need to succeed. #PrideMonth #FinancialEmpowerment #InclusionMatters #LGBTQYouth #CFE #PrideAndPurpose

The CFE brought our Mad City Money financial simulation to the Agassi Clubhouse of the Boys & Girls Club in Las Vegas! About 50 teens stepped into the real-world role of managing a family budget—navigating rent, credit, childcare, and lifestyle decisions. After the simulation, we hosted a meaningful discussion about smart money choices and financial independence. Huge thanks to our CFE community volunteers and our friends at @Rize_CU for bringing this experience to life as our Mad City salespeople! 📣 What participants are saying: 💬 “If I spend all my money on designer stuff, I run out of money faster—or go into debt.” – Stephanie R. 💬 “I learned that kids are expensive!” – Juliette 💬 “Credit can affect your ability to get housing.” – Theresa This is how we build financially empowered futures. Get involved and help build brighter futures today! center4fe.org/getinvolved

Our Scholarship Deadline is Approaching – Apply by June 22! The Center for Financial Empowerment is awarding ten $2,000 scholarships to students with strong community involvement, leadership potential, and a passion for building a better future. These scholarships are made possible thanks to @Rize_CU team members who support this program through voluntary payroll donations. It’s a powerful example of community lifting up the next generation. Eligibility: ✅Age 17–26 ✅SoCal or Southern Nevada residents ✅2.0 GPA ✅Accepted to a college, university, or trade school for Fall 2025 Use the link to apply today! center4fe.org/scholarship25

Here’s an opportunity to help local high school age teens and have a great time. We need volunteers for upcoming #MCM events in Southern Nevada. These are financial literacy simulations where students get hands-on experiences with budgeting, spending and saving. They get a hint at what real world finances are like to manage. It’s a fun, impactful time and we’d love your help. Use the link to get involved. wwww.center4fe.org/getinvolv…

2025 Scholarship Applications Are Now Open Through June 22, 2025! 🎓 The Center for Financial Empowerment is awarding ten $2,000 scholarships to students who demonstrate determination, community involvement, and a passion for building a better future. Thanks to the generosity of @Rize_CU team members – who support the program through voluntary payroll donations – these scholarships help students from modest-income families pursue higher education, learn a trade, or launch a career. It’s a true team effort to empower the next generation! APPLICANT ELIGIBILITY: ✅Demonstrates strong community involvement and leadership qualities. ✅Accepted to an accredited college, university, or trade school for Fall 2025. ✅Minimum GPA of 2.0 on most recent transcripts. ✅Must reside in the CFE’s service area of Southern California or Southern Nevada. ✅Applicants must be between 17 and 26 years old. Membership with RIZE Credit Union is encouraged but not required to be eligible for the scholarship. Use the link to learn more and apply today! center4fe.org/scholarship25 #FinancialEmpowerment #Scholarship2025 #CollegeBound #StudentSuccess #HigherEducationSupport #CommunityImpact

For many of us, fear of failure can stop us in our tracks. It’s not easy to overcome. Risk-taking isn’t just for entrepreneurs, it starts in the classroom. For young learners, taking a risk might mean raising a hand, sharing a new idea, or trying something unfamiliar. These early moments of courage build the foundation for future experiences. Use the link to learn how to harness the entrepreneurial mindset by our founder, @Rize_CU. rizecu.com/article/teens-ove… #Entrepreneurship #EducationMatters #FutureInnovators #GrowthMindset

On this Memorial Day, we pause to honor the military heroes who gave the last full measure of devotion. Their courage, dedication, and love of country will never be forgotten. Today, we remember not only their service, but the freedoms we enjoy because of it. We carry their legacy forward with pride and gratitude. #MemorialDay2025 #HonorAndRemember #LandOfTheFree #HomeOfTheBrave #NeverForget

Money stress is real—and if you have it, you're not alone. You may not think it affects young adults but nearly 75% of teens say financial worries impact their mental health. May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a good time to assess the mental health of family members and friends, or even your own circumstances. When it comes to this particular kind of stress, learning even a few basics, like how to budget or save, can help you feel more in control and less overwhelmed. Our founder, @Rize_CU, offers 1-on-1 FREE financial counseling. Use the link to make an appointment today. rizecu.com/counseling/ #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #TeenFinance #MoneyAndMindset #YouGotThis

The CFE brought our Mad City Money financial literacy simulation to Rise Kohyang High School with @brightstrschool in Los Angeles for the very first time! Their first-ever senior class—100 strong—dived into budgeting, housing costs, and life’s curveballs with energy and enthusiasm. Faculty and staff even joined in as Mad City salespeople! 📣 What the students are saying: 💬 “It was a reality check... I had fun doing this activity and watching teachers persuade me into buying expensive things.” – Fernanda M. 💬 “It was eye-opening to experience real-life financial decisions.” – Enrika 💬 “I got a glimpse of what kind of expenses I will have to make when I get older.” – Cristian G. 💬 “I learned that I will be broke if I spend money on unnecessary things.” – Theo A. Big thanks to our friends at @Rize_CU for offering expert financial advice and helping students make smart choices. Together, we’re shaping financially confident graduates. Get involved and help build brighter futures today! center4fe.org/getinvolved #CFE #FinLit #MadCityMoney #RiseKohyang

It’s Financial Fact Friday, where the facts can be surprising. Compound interest is a very cool thing. It’s like planting a seed in spring and watching it grow into something big. The money you save earns interest. Then that interest earns interest. Over time, your financial garden flourishes—all thanks to the power of compounding. Start now, water it regularly, and let time do its thing. #FinancialFactFriday #CompoundInterest #GrowYourMoney

A big salute and shoutout to nonprofits everywhere—today, we celebrate you! It’s National Nonprofit Day, and we’re honoring the organizations (and the passionate people behind them) who work every day to make our communities stronger, smarter, healthier, and more connected. If you’re looking to give back, we invite you to support the Center for Financial Empowerment—whether by donating, volunteering, or simply spreading the word. Every little bit helps. Use the link to see how you can get involved. #NationalNonprofitDay #NNDay #CommunityImpact #GiveBack center4fe.org/getinvolved

It’s National Teacher’s Day, and we’re celebrating the champions of financial literacy. The high school teachers we work with don’t just teach—they empower. By bringing financial education into their school or classroom, they’re helping students build real-world skills like budgeting, saving, and using credit wisely. Want to make an impact too? Join us in supporting financial education. Volunteer with the CFE and help the next generation thrive. Use the link to learn how you can get involved. #NationalTeachersDay #FinancialEmpowerment #VolunteerOpportunity #FinancialLiteracy #GiveBack

The CFE brought our Mad City Money financial simulation to Crosslight Church in Rancho Cucamonga! 💰🙌 Teens from the community and local homeschool groups got a taste of real-world budgeting—navigating bills, credit, and family expenses alongside an imaginary spouse and child. Parents and community members played the roles of Mad City salespeople (and weren’t always generous with those price tags! 😅). Big thanks to our friends at @Rize_CU for offering expert financial advice and helping students make smart choices. Events like this make a real impact—for youth and adults. 💡💬 center4fe.org/getinvolved