Help bring financial literacy to life for local high school students by volunteering at Reality Check, an interactive real-world simulation. In this hands-on experience, students are assigned a career, salary, and family scenario, then must make everyday financial decisions such as paying rent, choosing healthcare, buying groceries, budgeting for transportation, and more.
Volunteers serve as station hosts, guiding students through key life expenses and helping them understand how quickly financial choices add up. This is a fun, engaging opportunity to encourage practical learning, spark meaningful conversations, and support students as they build real-life money management skills.
Volunteer responsibilities may include:
Staffing a simulation station such as housing, transportation, insurance, childcare, or banking
Explaining costs and options to students
Helping students stay engaged as they make financial decisions
Creating a positive, encouraging learning environment
No financial expertise is required—just a willingness to interact with students and help make the experience impactful.
