About

Statistics

Get in Touch

Join our Youth Leadership Board

Empowering Gen Z in Finance & Social Good

We are a global community of youth committed to advancing financial literacy and promoting social good in underserved communities.

Facebook Page

Explore Programs

Our goal is to offer both finance learning and leadership development through our programs.

Finance 101

Your gateway to understanding the essentials of personal finance. In today's world, financial literacy is not just a skill but a necessity. Whether you're planning for retirement, managing daily expenses, or investing in your future, a solid grasp of financial basics is key.

Budgeting and Expense Tracking

Finance 101

Budgeting and Expense Tracking

Finance 101

Budgeting and Expense Tracking

Investment Hacks

Dive into the world of finance with our Investment and Stocks Module! Learn the fundamentals of investing, stock market analysis, and portfolio management through interactive lessons and real-world case studies. You'll also experience the thrill of stock trading without real financial risk.

Opening an investment account

Investment Hacks

Opening an investment account

Investment Hacks

Opening an investment account

Finance for Social Good

Join our "Finance for Social Good" initiative and discover the transformative power of finance in creating positive societal change. Students will lead community-wide projects dedicated to helping other organizations and community members with their finances and/or financial literacy. Participation in these projects qualifies for school volunteer hours.

Financial literacy in underserved communities

Finance for Social Good

Financial literacy in underserved communities

Finance for Social Good

Financial literacy in underserved communities

Lead here

Add breakpoints to your blank page, then drop sections to have them responsive out of the box.

Apply to be in the Youth Board

Apply to become a Chapter Director

Youth Leadership Content Creator

Joshitha Velmurgan

Youth Outreach Coordinator

Available for this position now!

Youth Website Manager

Available for this position now!

Youth Social Media Manager

Available for this position now!

Chapter Director (outside WA)

Available for this position now!

Your Financial Journey Starts Here

We inspire our youth to engage with one another, learn from mentors and embark on a journey of financial transformation. Over 75% of youth today lack any form of education around financial literacy, budgeting or building future wealth.

Learn

Learn the fundamentals of finance and discover the ultimate guide to making informed financial decisions for a brighter future.

Grow

Collaborate with peers and instructors to learn about income & expenses, interest rates, & credit.

Profiency

Cultivate proficiency in learning investment strategies and stock market dynamics.

Champion

Bring FinanceForest to your community! Extend educational outreach by leading other organizations.

About

The Team

Financial Forest was built by Gen Z for Gen Z. Meet Aadit and Kashish, two committed siblings hoping to transform the world with financial literacy.

Contact me

Meet Aadit & Kashish!

Aadit: Founder & President.

Washington in CS, working at Apple.

Upcoming junior at North Creek

Graduated from University of

Kashish: Co-founder & Advisor.

High School in Bothell, WA.

Executive Team

The Team

Financial Forest was built by
Gen Z for Gen Z. Meet Aadit and Kashish, two committed siblings hoping to transform the world with financial literacy.

Contact me

Executive Team

The Team

Financial Forest was built by Gen Z for Gen Z. Meet Aadit and Kashish, two committed siblings hoping to transform the world with financial literacy.

Contact me

Meet Aadit & Kashish!

Aadit: Founder & President.

Washington in CS, working at Apple.

Upcoming junior at North Creek

Graduated from University of

Kashish: Co-founder & Advisor.

High School in Bothell, WA.

Executive Team

About

The Team

Financial Forest was built by Gen Z for Gen Z. Meet Aadit and Kashish, two committed siblings hoping to transform the world with financial literacy.

Contact me

Meet Aadit & Kashish!

Aadit: Founder & President.

Washington in CS, working at Apple.

Upcoming junior at North Creek

Graduated from University of

Kashish: Co-founder & Advisor.

High School in Bothell, WA.

Executive Team

Teen Finance Statistics

46%

of teens don’t know what a 401(k) is

Greenlight's Learning Center

22 %

of teens lack a foundation in basic financial skills

OECD Programme for

International Student Assessment

In 2021, Americans reported losing an average of $1,389 because of a

lack of personal finance knowledge.

Terry Turner

Senior Financial Writer, Annuity

46%

of teens don’t know what a 401(k) is

Greenlight's Learning Center

22 %

of teens lack a foundation in basic financial skills

OECD Programme for

International Student Assessment

In 2021, Americans reported losing an average of $1,389 because of a

lack of personal finance knowledge.

Terry Turner

Senior Financial Writer, Annuity

46%

of teens don’t know what a 401(k) is

Greenlight's Learning Center

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the program last?

Our program is organized by cohorts, with every cohort in six month increments. The first cohort starts in March and goes up to August. The second cohort starts in September and ends in February of the next year. Students are more than welcome to apply again to the next cohort and even apply for leadership positions either in the Student Body or for Director positions.

How long does the program last?

How difficult is the selection criteria and what do you look for in the application?

Are there any program fees?

Can students get volunteer hours?

Mail