As young adults take their first steps into the workforce, they must be equipped with financial knowledge to navigate their earnings wisely. The importance of financial knowledge cannot be overstated, especially in today's complex economic landscape.

Many young adults find themselves overwhelmed by the intricacies of managing their finances, from understanding their paycheck to making informed decisions about taxes and payment methods. Enter PayrollOrg’s Money Matters: a comprehensive curriculum that covers essential topics such as deciphering and filling out Forms W-4, understanding the amount of taxes expected to be withheld, calculating taxes, and evaluating different payment methods.

You can do your part by volunteering during National Payroll Week® (NPW) or any time throughout the year. Visit the Money Matters webpage on the NPW website and submit the short sign-up form. After signing up, you will receive access to the Money Matters teaching materials to help guide your planning, including the teacher’s guide, student lesson, and PowerPoint presentation. PayrollOrg teamed up with the Council for Economic Education to create the teaching materials, which make it easy to present the program in person or virtually.

PayrollOrg rewards 1 RCH and a citation of recognition to each Money Matters volunteer. In 2023, an estimated 343 volunteers made a difference in the lives of more than 14,000 students across their communities by teaching them important paycheck basics.

You have plenty of opportunity to volunteer as Money Matters is no longer just one day in September but is now available year-round. Volunteering for Money Matters is a rewarding experience that allows you to share your knowledge and expertise with young adults. Volunteer today!