Kentucky Jump$tart Coalition for Financial Literacy

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Kentucky Jump$tart Coalition for Financial Literacy

An Independent Affiliate of the Jump$tart Coalition

The Jump$tart Coalition for Personal Financial Literacy includes a network of independent, grassroots state affiliates, operated predominantly by volunteers. State coalitions share Jump$tart’s mission of advancing financial literacy through communication, collaboration, and a commitment to effective financial education – but each unique coalition sets its own agenda based on the circumstances and particular needs of its residents.

Welcome to the Kentucky Jump$tart Coalition

The Kentucky Jump$tart Coalition believes all Kentuckians need to have the financial literacy and money management skills necessary to make informed financial decisions. If you’re involved with or concerned about students learning how to handle money successfully, you’ve come to the right place.

The Coalition’s goals are to:

  • Raise awareness of the importance of personal financial literacy.
  • Enhance professional development of Kentucky educators on financial literacy issues.
  • Coordinate and promote communication and cooperation among coalition members.

The Coalition is a non-profit 501 (c)(3) organization with more than 25 individuals and organizations representing business, government, and education who have joined together to improve the personal financial literacy of all Kentuckians. Working collaboratively, more resources and expertise are available to accomplish this task.

The Coalition is an independent affiliate of the national Jump$tart Coalition for Personal Financial Literacy. The national Jump$tart Coalition is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt non-profit organization headquartered in Washington, D.C. Founded in 1995, the coalition includes more than 100 national partners and a network of 51 state affiliates that share a commitment to #afinlitfuture and to working collaboratively toward common goals.

Board Members

President: Jennifer Inman, Gifted Savings
Vice President: Ryan Goss, Northern Kentucky University
Secretary: Tasha Stewart, Kentucky Department of Financial Institutions
Treasurer: Tom Anonson, Class Act Federal Credit Union
Member-at-large: Matt Frey, Kentucky Auditor of Public Accounts

Next Board Meeting:
December 2025
Details to be announced soon

Get Involved

There are many ways organizations or individuals can become involved with the coalition.

Join the Coalition: If your organization or you as an individual are actively engaged in promoting personal financial literacy, we invite you to become a member. For more information on becoming a member please contact a board member through the “Contact Us” page.

Support the Coalition: The Kentucky Jump$tart Coalition is a charitable 501(c)3, not-for-profit organization. As such, in-kind donations such as the printing of promotional materials or hosting of meetings and events are greatly appreciated. The Coalition also welcomes monetary contributions. For more information on making a donation to the Kentucky Jump$tart Coalition, please contact President.

Make a difference locally: Organizations and individuals can make a great impact at the local level. Below are just a few ways that you can make a difference.

  • Financial Institutions: Volunteer to work with a local school or district to provide classroom presentations or teacher support.
  • Educators: Incorporate personal finance within your curriculum. Personal finance has been taught successfully to students of all ages and within many core and elective subjects. Resources can be found below in the Financial Literacy Clearinghouse & Links section.
  • Parents: Begin teaching your child about personal finance at a young age and continue to reinforce these skills. Resources can be found below in the Financial Literacy Clearinghouse & Links section.
  • Policy Makers: Consider ways to incorporate personal finance education into your school’s curriculum and teacher professional development programs.

Contests

2025 Student of the Year: This award honors a current Kentucky graduating senior who demonstrates an exceptional understanding of financial literacy and motivating others to learn about personal finance. A one-time $500 cash award will be issued to the selected student.

Click here for more information and to submit an application.

The 2025 award is made possible by Class Act Federal Credit Union.

2025 Teacher of the Year: This award honors a current Kentucky teacher in grades K-12 who demonstrates an exceptional commitment to teaching financial literacy topics and motivating students to learn about personal finance. 

Click here for more information and to submit an application.

The 2025 award is made possible by Class Act Federal Credit Union.

Financial Literacy Clearinghouse & Links

The Kentucky Coalition offers a variety of resources available from our partners and others.