The Virginia Jump$tart Coalition is a nonprofit, volunteer-driven organization representing more than 100 individuals and organizations in business, government, association/nonprofit and education who have joined together to improve the financial literacy of Virginians.

Virginia Jump$tart Coalition Wins "2008 State Coalition of the Year" National Award

The Virginia Jump$tart Coalition was honored by the national Jump$tart Coalition for its financial education efforts across the Commonwealth, being named the "2008 State Coalition of the Year." The award was presented at a ceremony in Washington, D.C., on April 9, recognizing the financial literacy contributions of individuals, organizations and legislators across the nation. Virginia Jump$tart would like to congratulate and thank our numerous members and supporters for all your efforts that have contributed to our success! For more information, view the press release for the award in the "Press Room" section of the Web site.

Virginia's High School Seniors Receive Failing Score in Financial Literacy

2008 Jump$tart Survey Examines Money Management Knowledge

The 2008 Jump$tart Coalition Survey of Financial Literacy Among High School Students reveals that Virginia seniors still know little about savings, debt, credit cards, retirement and other personal finance basics. On average, Virginia students answered 48% of the questions correctly, down from 55% in 2006, and still a failing grade based upon the typical scale used by schools. Visit our Press Room and Downloads section of our Web site for more information on Virginia students and national scores.

Next Virginia Jump$tart membership meeting set for July 22, 2008

The next membership meeting of the Virginia Jump$tart Coalition for Personal Financial Literacy will be held Tuesday, July 22, 2008, 1-3 p.m., at the offices of Virginia Society of CPAs (4309 Cox Road, Richmond, Va.) In addition to our quarterly member update, Virginia Jump$tart will provide an opportunity for members to network and learn more about programs/resources of 3-4 organizations.

If you plan to attend the meeting, please register online or call (804) 270-5344 no later than Friday, April 18, 2008. Mark your calendar for the remaining membership meeting for 2008: September 30.

Save the Date: 2008 Virginia Financial Literacy Summit slated for October 14!

The Virginia Jump$tart Coalition will hold the 2008 Virginia Financial Literacy Summit on October 14, 2008 at the Richmond Marriott Hotel downtown. Watch the Web site for additional details and registration information coming soon! Click here for information on the 2007 Summit (a HUGE success)! The high-profile Summit brings together approximately 300 of Virginia's high school administrators and teachers as well as the state's leading proponents of financial literacy to discuss the importance of financial education, get hands on training, hear best practices and learn about available resources.

THANK YOU to the 2007 supporters: Capital One, Citigroup, Wachovia Foundation, Virginia Society of CPAs and its Educational Foundation, Virginia Credit Union League, State Department Federal Credit Union and Scott & Stringfellow. If you are interested in becoming a sponsor for the 2008 event, download the information flyer and form today!

The Virginia Jump$tart Coalition is a proud affiliate of the National Jump$tart Coalition for Personal Financial Literacy. The National Jump$tart Coalition, based in Washington, D.C., was first convened in 1995 and consists of over 200 organizations committed to improving the financial literacy of America's youth. For more information, visit their Web site at www.jumpstart.org.