Central Region Chapter Programs
Milwaukee Chapter Sponsors Money Camp
Inspired by the emphasis on Economics and Partnership as embraced by the ESP program, members of Upsilon Mu Omega joined with the Milwaukee Public Library to sponsor the first AKA Money Camp for Kids. Middle school students participated in such diverse activities as financial workshops and field trips, where the objectives centered on making them more money savvy.
In accordance with that, the objectives of the Camp were to: (1) teach basic banking skills, budgeting, credit management and entrepreneurship; (2) provide information on stocks and bonds and how the stock market works; (3) expose students to various careers and information from local entrepreneurs; and (4) develop presentation and communications skills.
Chapter members joined with community volunteers and local entrepreneurs to conduct the courses. Participants each received free back packs, t-shirts and lunch.
After graduating from the AKA Money Camp, students were offered $10 to open or add to their own savings account.