We're 3rd Decade
Allow us to introduce ourselves
Founded in 2019 out of frustration of the lack of financial education in the United States, 3rd Decade has been working to change financial futures starting now by providing relevant financial education for young adults, personalized mentoring services, financial workshops, resources, and a supportive community.
As a 501(c)3 national nonprofit, 3rd Decade is uniquely positioned to serve Millennials and Gen Z as they face everyday financial challenges. Rising student loan debt, high living costs, stagnant wages, a lack of financial knowledge, and much more are all significant financial hurdles that create challenging path to economic stability.
Despite these obstacles, these generations are resilient and actively seek out financial education to navigate their financial journeys and pursue financial independence. That’s where 3rd Decade comes in.
The core 3rd Decade Program serves young adults ages 18-35. This “third decade” of life is the perfect time to build healthy financial habits, begin planning for financial futures, and build knowledge that leads to confident financial choices.
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Pull up a seat, we’ve got Some work to do
By now, the majority knows the many problems and challenges Millennials, Gen Z, and, soon, Gen A are facing: rising debt, severe inflation, lack of retirement preparedness, wage stagnation, financial uncertainty, increasing home prices… the list goes on and on. Additionally, young adults from lower-income backgrounds and minority groups are even more likely to experience financial hardship.
At 3rd Decade, we’re working to combat these problems and close the wealth gap through financial education for young adults. While we won’t solve them all, we can ensure that those we serve have the knowledge, tools, and support needed to navigate through financial challenges, empowering them with the greatest chance to succeed in their financial futures.
The 3rd Decade team is a dedicated, diverse, and skilled group of professionals united by a deep commitment to tackling today’s many financial struggles.
Diversity. Equity. Inclusion. Belonging.
3rd Decade was founded with the goal of improving financial futures regardless of race, gender identity, socioeconomic status, education, or any other personal background.
We strive to operate in a way that actively recognizes the central role we play in society by innovating new ways to promote local and national quality of life and make the world a better place for all.
Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are driving forces guiding 3rd Decade’s mission, influencing organizational decisions to best serve our communities.
