• Pathward President Anthony Sharett told Arizona’s Family’s On Your Side podcast that Pathward financial literacy programs aim to “reach, equip, and empower” students, with a focus on spending discipline, paying yourself first, and debt decisions.
• Sharett highlighted a March 26 Financial Fundamentals event at McClintock High School in Tempe, Arizona, run with Phoenix Suns/Phoenix Mercury Foundation and Arizona Council on Economic Education.
• The event drew 300 students, using hands-on learning stations led by employee volunteers, followed by a career and financial advice panel.
• Sharett pointed to millions of Americans being unbanked or underbanked, framing early education as a lever to support long-term financial inclusion.
• He cited partnerships with fintechs, including earned wage access providers, as part of Pathward’s strategy to expand services for unbanked and underbanked customers.

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