BestPrep

BestPrep prepares students with business, career and financial literacy skills through experiential learning programs that inspire success.

BestPrep, a Minnesota nonprofit, engages 55,000 students in grades K-12 each year in business, career and financial literacy education. More than 5,000 professional volunteers help BestPrep collaborate with educators to bridge classroom curriculum and the world of business outside of the classroom, enriching the teaching and learning experience.

09/17/2026

We asked, you answered!

As BestPrep continues to celebrate its 50th anniversary, we asked educators how they (or their students) have been impacted by our programs.

Read how BestPrep made a difference for Molly Wickam, a business teacher at Bethel University.

09/15/2026

Happy Hispanic Heritage Month!

September 15th to October 15th is a time to honor, highlight, and celebrate Hispanic and Latino communities whose history, culture, and contributions continue to inspire and shape our future.

At BestPrep, we’re proud to serve students from all backgrounds and deeply appreciate the educators and volunteers whose dedication creates inclusive and empowering opportunities for all.

09/09/2026

BestPrep supports students in a variety of ways, with mentorship being one of its most impactful. Through our eMentors program, students have the opportunity to connect with a professional while exploring future career opportunities, networking, and gaining insights into the skills needed to succeed in the workplace.

Here's what one student had to say about their experience.

09/02/2026

We want to express our deepest gratitude to our departing board members: Kristy Beckman, Dean Breuer, Andy Darvell, Andy Hennig, Don Johnson, and Marc Olson. Thank you for your years of dedicated service, strategic vision, and unwavering commitment to our mission. You have left an incredible impact on our organization, and we wish you all the best in your next chapters!

We are also thrilled to recognize our new board members: Gina Gamnis, Andrea Hanlon, Paul Hanninen, Jacque Ince, Aimee Johnson, CSM, Brittanie Johnson, and Pratheep Jayanthi Rajkumar! 🎉

These leaders bring a wealth of diverse expertise and we are incredibly excited to collaborate with them as we drive our mission forward.

Please join us in celebrating this transition! Drop a comment below to thank our outgoing leaders and give a warm welcome to our newest board members.

08/31/2026

BestPrep staff and board members had quite the summer – one filled with adventure, fun, and memorable moments!

They spent two energizing weeks at Minnesota Business Venture (MBV), a business and career development summer camp for high schoolers that puts their leadership and financial literacy skills to the test as they develop and pitch their business plan to a panel of judges ‘Shark-Tank’ style. 💼

They also enjoyed an exciting day at Target Field, where President & CEO, Jason Sanders, threw the ceremonial first pitch at a Minnesota Twins game! ⚾️🔥

To wrap up the summer, staff gathered with members of the BestPrep Emerging Leaders Alliance (BELA) for a fantastic social event, strengthening relationships and reflecting on a successful year of student impact.

We can’t wait to see what next year holds!

08/25/2026

BestPrep is a Minnesota-based nonprofit organization that provides five educational programs to Minnesota students. Do you know each one?

Last in our series is Financial Matters! Since 2012, this program has helped students become financially literate through interactive presentations covering a wide range of topics, from credit and budgeting to purchasing a car and insurance.

Educators find the program especially valuable because it brings real-world financial concepts into the classroom, helping students connect what they learn to everyday financial decisions. Kate Fuller, teacher at Robbinsdale Armstrong High School, shares, “This presentation illustrated real world examples of how finances can easily go awry for an individual if they are not planning and organizing and monitoring their money. Our presenter was very relatable and engaging! The students at our school are hungry for knowledge about financial literacy and the volunteers through BestPrep have really helped to share their stories and information in a way that satisfies this quest.”

Learn more about Financial Matters at www.bestprep.org/financial-matters/

08/18/2026

BestPrep is a Minnesota-based nonprofit organization that provides five educational programs to Minnesota students. Do you know each one? Next in our series is eMentors!

Since 2003, this online mentoring program has connected high school students with professionals for an eight-week experience focused on career exploration, workplace etiquette, and goal setting. Through guided discussions and interactive activities, students build meaningful relationships with their mentors while receiving advice from a supportive adult. Students also get the opportunity to meet their mentor in-person at their place of work! As a proud MENTOR Minnesota Dedicated Partner, eMentors provides students with valuable real-world experiences that help prepare them for success. The impact of eMentors extends beyond the online conversations, helping students better understand the many paths to career success and where those career possibilities can lead.

Lacy Schramm, a teacher from Buffalo High School, shares, “Students liked reading about the different journeys the mentors took to reach their careers. Some took non-traditional paths while others completed degrees to earn their positions. All shared about their lives and what their version of success was, and that had an impact. The in-person visit to the workplace and seeing where and how companies operate is transformative for students that don't have any connections to these corporate careers.”

Learn more about eMentors at www.bestprep.org/ementors/

08/17/2026

It’s National Nonprofit Day! 🎉

Positive change happens when people come together around a shared purpose. Today, we're celebrating the impact nonprofits make every day and the role BestPrep plays in preparing students for future success.

For 50 years, BestPrep has prepared more than 1.8 million students with business, career, and financial literacy skills through hands-on experiences that inspire success in work and life. Thanks to the support of dedicated volunteers, educators, and donors, students gain the skills and confidence needed to become college-prepared, work-ready, and career-bound.

Looking for a meaningful way to make an impact? Join us in empowering the next generation by volunteering, donating, or sharing our mission within your network!

🔗Learn more about BestPrep: www.bestprep.org
🔗 Get involved: www.bestprep.org/volunteer/
🔗 Donate: www.bestprep.org/give/

08/14/2026

At BestPrep, we believe financial literacy is a critical life skill. Through our programs, students learn how to budget, save, invest, and make responsible financial decisions that prepare them for success beyond the classroom.

Looking to make a difference? Share your expertise and help students build the skills they'll use for a lifetime at www.bestprep.org/volunteer/

08/12/2026

BestPrep is a Minnesota-based nonprofit organization that provides five educational programs to Minnesota students. Do you know each one?

Next in this series is The Stock Market Game (SMG)! Since 1991, students have had the opportunity to participate in an investment simulation that mirrors the U.S. economic system. Through this experience, they learn about stocks, mutual funds, and bonds in a risk-free environment while developing business, math, economics, financial literacy, and critical thinking skills along the way.

For many students, this program provides more than an introduction to investing. It offers a glimpse into the financial decisions they may come across in the future. One student from Hope Academy shares, “I enjoyed using real world companies and organizations to learn about how stocks work and what stocks are best to invest in! As students, SMG is a great opportunity to experience what the outside world is like and helps us prepare for adulthood.”

Learn more about SMG at www.bestprep.org/the-stock-market-game/

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