Life-O-Nomics Prepares Students for Life
By By Steve Lear
From financial literacy to emotional intelligence, we need to truly transform how we prepare people for life.
OUR VISION
To create a central, coordinating entity that elevates life education—convening mission-aligned people and
organizations committed to empowering citizens with the knowledge, skills, and values to contribute meaningfully
to society.
We bring clarity, collaboration, and cohesion to the broader life education movement by mapping focus areas
(like those in personal finance) and identifying lead organizations to advance each domain.
WHY THIS MATTERS
• Education today is fragmented—we aim to weave together the threads of practical knowledge essential for
life beyond the classroom.
• From financial literacy to emotional intelligence, we need a systems-level view and a collaborative model to
truly transform how we prepare people for life.
WHAT WE DELIVER
• A Unified Framework for Life Education
• Mapping the Ecosystem: Identify the full spectrum of life education—from personal finance to civic responsibility.
• Convening Collaborators: Appoint organizations and leaders to “own” each aspect of this work.
• Streamlining for Impact: Align goals, reduce overlap, and amplify reach.
THE RESULT
• A more productive, kind, and informed society
• Reduced competition between organizations with shared missions
• Eliminated duplication of efforts and wasted resources
• Clearer pathways for donors to invest with confidence and clarity
• Less organizational fatigue and more collective momentum
Take a look at our creative new development track at the link below:
