The Reality Store® is a simulation that helps junior high students appreciate the ‘realities’ of life and achieve a better understanding of personal finance. In the Reality Store® simulation, junior high students pretend they are a 28-year-old starting out in their life and career.
The students then visit stations (staffed by you, our volunteers) to determine how to spend their salaries and make ends meet, budgeting for transportation, housing, clothes, food, and so on.
This wonderful volunteer opportunity enlightens students and encourages them to consider extending their educational careers. Over 200 students will be in attendance to participate in this hands-on exercise which will teach them the importance of budgeting and help them see the impact that their grades can have on their future. We need around 50 total volunteers to make this happen.
Shifts: There are 2 volunteer shifts available for this event:
Shift 1: 7:30am - 10:50am (Breakfast provided)
Shift 2: 10:50am - 2:20pm (Lunch provided)
Volunteers are welcome to sign up for one or multiple shifts. To volunteer, email Katie Sensabaugh at ksensabaugh@chamberbloomington.org
Background Check Required: Please bring your driver's license with you to the event. Your license will be scanned and a background check run as you sign in to volunteer for the event.
