KIDS COIN ACADEMY
James Smith, President
Kids Coin Academy is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that operates on a not-for-profit basis and solely for the public benefit. We are dedicated to empowering children with essential financial literacy skills that will serve them throughout their lives.
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Our Location
Serving the Heart of Florida
Located in Orlando, Florida, Kids Coin Academy is strategically positioned to serve families throughout Central Florida. Our beautiful city provides the perfect backdrop for teaching children about financial responsibility while fostering a sense of community engagement.
Physical Address:
Orlando, Florida 32812-7362
We welcome visitors, volunteers, and community partners to connect with us. Our central location makes us accessible to families from across the greater Orlando metropolitan area, ensuring that quality financial education reaches children from diverse backgrounds and communities.
Our Mission & Vision
Our Mission
"Learning to manage money, building financial futures."
We believe every child deserves the opportunity to understand money management from an early age, setting them up for lifelong financial success and independence.
Our Vision
A generation of financially literate young people who make informed decisions, understand the value of money, and possess the entrepreneurial spirit to create their own opportunities.
Our Values
Empowerment through education, hands-on learning experiences, and building confidence in financial decision-making that will benefit children throughout their lives.
What We Do
Kids Coin Academy is a nonprofit organization that teaches financial literacy to children, helping them understand money management, savings, and entrepreneurship through hands-on learning experiences that make complex concepts accessible and fun.
Money Management
Children learn the fundamentals of budgeting, spending wisely, and making informed financial choices through interactive activities and real-world simulations that build practical skills.
Savings Education
We teach the importance of saving money, setting financial goals, and understanding how compound interest works through engaging exercises and age-appropriate examples.
Entrepreneurship
Young minds explore basic business concepts, learn about starting their own ventures, and develop entrepreneurial thinking that fosters creativity and innovation.
Our Teaching Approach
Hands-On Learning
We believe children learn best when they can touch, explore, and experience concepts firsthand. Our curriculum emphasizes interactive activities that make abstract financial concepts tangible and understandable.
  • Interactive money counting games
  • Mock store shopping experiences
  • Savings goal tracking charts
  • Mini business plan development
Every lesson is designed to be engaging, age-appropriate, and directly applicable to children's daily lives, ensuring they retain and apply what they learn.
Program Benefits
01
Build Confidence
Children develop self-assurance in handling money and making financial decisions, preparing them for future independence and responsibility.
02
Develop Critical Thinking
Students learn to analyze spending choices, compare options, and make informed decisions that align with their goals and values.
03
Foster Responsibility
Our programs instill a sense of accountability and ownership over financial choices, teaching children the connection between decisions and consequences.
04
Prepare for the Future
Graduates leave with practical skills they'll use throughout their lives, from managing allowances to eventually handling college expenses and career earnings.
Our Impact in Numbers
Since our founding, Kids Coin Academy has made a measurable difference in the lives of children and families throughout Central Florida. These statistics represent real children who now approach money with confidence and knowledge.
500+
Children Served
Young learners have participated in our comprehensive financial literacy programs
50
Community Workshops
Educational sessions delivered to schools, community centers, and family events
95%
Parent Satisfaction
Of families report improved money conversations at home after program participation
25
Volunteer Educators
Dedicated community members who help deliver our programming
Community Partnerships
Building Stronger Communities Together
Kids Coin Academy partners with local schools, libraries, community centers, and youth organizations to expand our reach and impact. These collaborations allow us to bring financial education directly to where children already spend their time.
Our partnerships include after-school programs, summer camps, scout troops, and family resource centers. By working together with established community organizations, we ensure our programming is accessible to families from all socioeconomic backgrounds.
We also collaborate with local banks, credit unions, and financial institutions to provide real-world learning opportunities and connect families with age-appropriate financial products and services.
Get Involved
1
Volunteer
Share your skills and passion for education by joining our team of volunteer instructors. No financial background required - we provide training and support for all volunteers.
2
Donate
Your financial support helps us provide free programming, educational materials, and resources to children who need them most. Every dollar makes a direct impact on a child's future.
3
Partner
Organizations, schools, and businesses can partner with us to bring financial literacy programming to their communities and expand our collective impact.
4
Spread the Word
Help us reach more families by sharing information about our programs with friends, neighbors, and community members who could benefit from our services.
Contact Us Today
Ready to Get Started?
We're excited to connect with parents, educators, volunteers, and community partners who share our commitment to empowering children with financial literacy skills. Whether you're interested in enrolling your child, volunteering your time, or exploring partnership opportunities, we'd love to hear from you.
James Smith, President
jsmith@kidscoinacademy.help
Location: Orlando, Florida 32812-7362
Join us in building financially literate futures, one child at a time. Together, we can ensure every young person has the tools they need to make smart money decisions and achieve their dreams.