Actor Jermel Howard, widely recognized for his roles in "Power," "Luke Cage," and "The First Purge," has joined forces with The Recovery Education Foundation (The R.A.R.E. Foundation) to champion the “Educate a Student. Protect Yourself” initiative. His mission is to empower high school students across New York City with essential financial literacy and identity protection resources to secure a brighter financial future. Having experienced firsthand the complexities of managing finances as a public figure, Jermel is now committed to using his platform to uplift and educate youth in underserved communities.

Jermel Howard's Commitment to Financial Education to Schools in New York City

The R.A.R.E. Foundation aims to sponsor up to 250,000 students through this initiative. With a minimum donation of $25, both the donor (Protect Yourself) and the student (Educate a Student) will receive a comprehensive financial literacy package that includes:

One year of Equifax Complete Premier, offering comprehensive credit monitoring and identity theft protection.
"The Power of Credit" e-book, teaching students the fundamentals of building a strong financial foundation.
"Who Stole My Identity?" e-book, written by 17-year-old financial literacy advocate Preston "Kid Kredit" Luzunaris, which educates students on how to protect themselves from identity theft.
A 12-Course Digital Financial Literacy Curriculum designed to equip students with critical financial skills.
A FREE Credit Consultation, available remotely or at the Credit Education Center in the Bronx New York.

Benefits of Donating to Our 501(c)3:

Support a Great Cause! By donating, you empower students with financial literacy education, identity protection and scholarship opportunities.
Tax Write-Off: As a 501(c)(3) organization, your donation is tax-deductible, allowing you to reduce your taxable income while making a meaningful difference.
Receive Free Services: Your donation comes with a FREE 1-year Equifax Complete Premier Membership, giving you access to identity theft protection, credit monitoring, $1 million in ID theft protection and other valuable services to safeguard your personal information.
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Join Jermel Howard in Empowering Students

Jermel Howard is dedicated to making financial literacy education accessible to every student, ensuring they are equipped to navigate the financial world confidently. By supporting this initiative, you’re not only helping protect a student's financial future but also gaining access to valuable services yourself, empowering both you and a student to succeed.

Learn More: https://therarefoundation.org/

Educate a Student. Protect Yourself

By Recovery Education Foundation

Educate a Student. Protect Yourself

Empowering Students with Financial Literacy & Identity Protection