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Ridgewood NJ, Financial Literacy Month is observed in April in the United States and November internationally, serving as a nationwide call to action to improve financial education and awareness. The month aims to help individuals of all ages—especially children—build strong financial habits and make informed decisions. Across the country, communities, schools, and organizations come together to host workshops, provide resources, and engage in conversations that promote financial empowerment.
Why Financial Literacy for Kids Matters
Raising financially savvy children is critical to shaping a more secure future. In honor of Financial Literacy Month, it’s important to spotlight leaders and organizations making a difference in this space—one of the most prominent being Prince Dykes, an award-winning author, investor, and international speaker.
Meet Prince Dykes: Champion of Financial Literacy for Children
Prince Dykes is the creator of the “Wesley Learns” children’s book series, a groundbreaking initiative focused on teaching financial literacy topics such as investing, credit, insurance, and real estate in a way that’s accessible and engaging for young minds. Inspired by real-life conversations between Prince and his son Wesley, the books aim to break the cycle of financial illiteracy and equip children with the tools they need for long-term success.
As a respected voice in financial education, Dykes has been recognized for making personal finance more relatable and understandable for all. His mission: make financial knowledge accessible to children and families everywhere.
The Global Children Financial Literacy Foundation
In 2017, Prince Dykes teamed up with fellow Navy veteran and financial educator Chadrick Davis to co-found the Global Children Financial Literacy Foundation. The nonprofit organization was created out of a shared desire to close the financial education gap in diverse and underserved communities across America.
Through the foundation and their popular YouTube channel and podcast, The Investor Show, Dykes and Davis aim to spread awareness and bring financial education to the forefront—especially for younger generations.
The Future of Wesley Learns
With more titles and topics planned for the Wesley Learns series, the goal is to establish it as the leading children’s financial literacy book series. The initiative continues to grow and evolve, with a long-term commitment to teaching kids the value of smart money management and empowering them to make informed financial choices.
Final Thoughts
As we celebrate Financial Literacy Month, there’s no better time to invest in the financial future of our children. Programs like Wesley Learns and organizations like the Global Children Financial Literacy Foundation are paving the way for a generation of financially confident and capable individuals.
Let’s raise a generation that not only earns but understands and grows their wealth. Financial literacy starts young—let’s make it count.
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