ATHENS, GEORGIA
We’re Gifting $1,000 in Investments to Every High School Senior
Help make Athens the first city in America where every student graduates as an investor.
Gifted Savings is a 501c3 nonprofit organization. 100% of every gift goes directly to student portfolios.
ATHENS, GEORGIA
We’re Gifting $1,000 in Investments to Every High School Senior
Help make Athens the first city in America where every student graduates as an investor.
Gifted Savings is a 501c3 nonprofit organization. 100% of every gift goes directly to student portfolios.
ATHENS, GEORGIA
We’re Gifting $1,000 in Investments to Every High School Senior
Help make Athens the first city in America where every student graduates as an investor.
Gifted Savings is a 501c3 nonprofit organization. 100% of every gift goes directly to student portfolios.
OUR PARTNERS
Donate to Invest in Students
Your support keeps Gifted Savings going through 2030 & beyond.
Donate to Invest in Students
Your support keeps Gifted Savings going through 2030 & beyond.
Donate to Invest in Students
Your support keeps Gifted Savings going through 2030 & beyond.
AS SEEN IN
How it Works
How it Works
How it Works
Invest in High School Seniors
Your gift helps deliver a $1,000 investment portfolio to every senior.
Your gift helps deliver a $1,000 investment portfolio to every senior.
Students Learn
and Grow
Students complete weekly lessons to learn about their investments.
Students complete weekly lessons to learn about their investments.
Students complete weekly lessons to learn about their investments.
Funds
Unlock
Once students finish their 4th year of high school and turn 18.
Once students finish their 4th year of high school and turn 18.
What People are Saying
What People are Saying
When there’s light on a student’s path, there’s hope. Gifted Savings sparks that light. And for Athens to be the first city to do this? That story will be told, loud and proud.
When there’s light on a student’s path, there’s hope. Gifted Savings sparks that light. And for Athens to be the first city to do this? That story will be told, loud and proud.
David Bradley,
President & CEO, Athens Area Chamber of Commerce
At CCSD, we help students see what’s possible and reach for it. By giving our seniors real investments and tools to grow them, we’re building confidence, ownership, and opportunity.
At CCSD, we help students see what’s possible and reach for it. By giving our seniors real investments and tools to grow them, we’re building confidence, ownership, and opportunity.
Dr. Jennifer Scott,
Interim Superintendent, Clarke County School District
By investing in young people, we invest in our community’s future. The Athens Area Community Foundation is proud to support this effort and even prouder it’s starting right here, at home.
By investing in young people, we invest in our community’s future. The Athens Area Community Foundation is proud to support this effort and even prouder it’s starting right here, at home.
Sarah McKinney
President & CEO, Athens Area Community Foundation
What Students Learn
Students get access to expert-designed lessons that teach:
How investing
works
How to set long-term goals
How to build healthy money habits
Real Investments.
Real Learning.
Real Investments.
Real Learning.
We Don’t Just Teach Investing—We Gift It
Owning real investments—not just saving money—teaches students to build wealth and think beyond cash.
Building a Long-Term Mindset
Students track their funds until they turn 18 and graduate—so they practice holding, not spending. That means practicing delayed gratification and thinking ahead.
FAQ
When can I access my Gifted Savings portfolio funds?
You’ll be able to access your portfolio once you meet all of the following requirements: • You're enrolled in a CCSD school before the 10th day of school • You’ve turned 18 • You’ve completed all the Gifted Savings lessons • You’ve submitted all three surveys (beginning, middle, and end) • You’ve finished the school year enrolled at a CCSD school Once those are done, you'll be able to request to withdraw or transfer your investments.
When can I access my Gifted Savings portfolio funds?
You’ll be able to access your portfolio once you meet all of the following requirements: • You're enrolled in a CCSD school before the 10th day of school • You’ve turned 18 • You’ve completed all the Gifted Savings lessons • You’ve submitted all three surveys (beginning, middle, and end) • You’ve finished the school year enrolled at a CCSD school Once those are done, you'll be able to request to withdraw or transfer your investments.
When can I access my Gifted Savings portfolio funds?
You’ll be able to access your portfolio once you meet all of the following requirements: • You're enrolled in a CCSD school before the 10th day of school • You’ve turned 18 • You’ve completed all the Gifted Savings lessons • You’ve submitted all three surveys (beginning, middle, and end) • You’ve finished the school year enrolled at a CCSD school Once those are done, you'll be able to request to withdraw or transfer your investments.
Who is eligible for the $1,000 Gifted Savings?
All 4th year students enrolled by the 10th day of school at Clarke Central, Cedar Shoals, and Classic City High Schools in Athens, GA.
Who is eligible for the $1,000 Gifted Savings?
All 4th year students enrolled by the 10th day of school at Clarke Central, Cedar Shoals, and Classic City High Schools in Athens, GA.
Who is eligible for the $1,000 Gifted Savings?
All 4th year students enrolled by the 10th day of school at Clarke Central, Cedar Shoals, and Classic City High Schools in Athens, GA.
How is the $1,000 invested?
Students receive a diversified portfolio split between stocks, bonds, bitcoin, and high-yield savings to help them learn about different asset classes.
How is the $1,000 invested?
Students receive a diversified portfolio split between stocks, bonds, bitcoin, and high-yield savings to help them learn about different asset classes.
How is the $1,000 invested?
Students receive a diversified portfolio split between stocks, bonds, bitcoin, and high-yield savings to help them learn about different asset classes.
Can students withdraw the money right away?
No — the funds are designed to grow over time. Students can access their investments when they turn 18 and complete the Gifted Savings financial literacy program during their senior year.
Can students withdraw the money right away?
No — the funds are designed to grow over time. Students can access their investments when they turn 18 and complete the Gifted Savings financial literacy program during their senior year.
Can students withdraw the money right away?
No — the funds are designed to grow over time. Students can access their investments when they turn 18 and complete the Gifted Savings financial literacy program during their senior year.
Can students trade or shift their allocations?
No — students can’t trade or pick their own investments. Gifted Savings provides a pre-set portfolio designed to be beginner-friendly and diversified. This approach helps reduce risk and teach the basics of long-term investing without the pressure of choosing stocks or trying to time the market. The goal is to help students build healthy investing habits, not become day traders.
Can students trade or shift their allocations?
No — students can’t trade or pick their own investments. Gifted Savings provides a pre-set portfolio designed to be beginner-friendly and diversified. This approach helps reduce risk and teach the basics of long-term investing without the pressure of choosing stocks or trying to time the market. The goal is to help students build healthy investing habits, not become day traders.
Can students trade or shift their allocations?
No — students can’t trade or pick their own investments. Gifted Savings provides a pre-set portfolio designed to be beginner-friendly and diversified. This approach helps reduce risk and teach the basics of long-term investing without the pressure of choosing stocks or trying to time the market. The goal is to help students build healthy investing habits, not become day traders.
Why Athens?
Athens has an incredible community spirit and a commitment to innovation in education. With this pilot, Athens becomes the first city in America to make every graduating senior an investor.
Why Athens?
Athens has an incredible community spirit and a commitment to innovation in education. With this pilot, Athens becomes the first city in America to make every graduating senior an investor.
Why Athens?
Athens has an incredible community spirit and a commitment to innovation in education. With this pilot, Athens becomes the first city in America to make every graduating senior an investor.
How can I help?
Donate above or reach out to us to explore sponsorships, partnerships, or volunteering.
How can I help?
Donate above or reach out to us to explore sponsorships, partnerships, or volunteering.
How can I help?
Donate above or reach out to us to explore sponsorships, partnerships, or volunteering.
Is my donation tax-deductible?
Yes! Gifted Savings is a registered 501c3 nonprofit organization. All donations are tax-deductible.
Is my donation tax-deductible?
Yes! Gifted Savings is a registered 501c3 nonprofit organization. All donations are tax-deductible.
Is my donation tax-deductible?
Yes! Gifted Savings is a registered 501c3 nonprofit organization. All donations are tax-deductible.
Do any fees come out of my gift?
No — 100% of your gift goes directly to the student’s investment portfolio. Our operating costs are fully covered, thanks to a small group of patrons.
Do any fees come out of my gift?
No — 100% of your gift goes directly to the student’s investment portfolio. Our operating costs are fully covered, thanks to a small group of patrons.
Do any fees come out of my gift?
No — 100% of your gift goes directly to the student’s investment portfolio. Our operating costs are fully covered, thanks to a small group of patrons.
How do I give by check?
Please make checks out to Gifted Savings. Donations should be mailed to: Gifted Savings 916 Silver Spur Road, Suite 310 Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90274 In the memo line, please enter the name of the city you're sponsoring - in this case, "Athens."
How do I give by check?
Please make checks out to Gifted Savings. Donations should be mailed to: Gifted Savings 916 Silver Spur Road, Suite 310 Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90274 In the memo line, please enter the name of the city you're sponsoring - in this case, "Athens."
How do I give by check?
Please make checks out to Gifted Savings. Donations should be mailed to: Gifted Savings 916 Silver Spur Road, Suite 310 Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90274 In the memo line, please enter the name of the city you're sponsoring - in this case, "Athens."
How do I give by ACH, wire transfer, or stock?
For information on donating by ACH, wire transfer, or stock, please contact [email protected]
How do I give by ACH, wire transfer, or stock?
For information on donating by ACH, wire transfer, or stock, please contact [email protected]
How do I give by ACH, wire transfer, or stock?
For information on donating by ACH, wire transfer, or stock, please contact [email protected]