Ignite Futures Fund

Ignite Futures Fund Opportunity

This FREE program could give you $20,000 to make an impact in your life—helping with college, buying your first home, starting a business, or even saving for retirement!

Why? This pilot program shows that learning about money can build financial wealth—and could influence Colorado policies to help all families get a head start.

If selected, you’ll get:

• A $20,000 investment account

• Two years of financial education courses

• Guidance on smart investing and spending

Ways you can use the funds:

• College or career/technical education

• First home purchase

• Starting your own business

• Retirement savings

Check out this resource for detailed information:

• English Info Sheet

• Información en español

Am I eligible?

To be eligible, you must meet the following: 

• Be a high school sophomore or junior (or age 16+ if not enrolled in high school)

• Live in Colorado (documentation status does not matter)

• Be covered by Medicaid or CHP+, OR have household income under 260% of the Federal Poverty Level

Ready to apply? 

Deadline: Sunday, February 22nd at 11:59 pm

Need help with your application?

Peak Ed staff are trained to assist students at our application completion workshops. We strongly encourage you to attend to ensure your application is complete and correct the first time—many students have made mistakes even though it seems simple!  Please RSVP so that we know to expect you! 

Workshop #1

Date: Thursday, February 12th

Location: Peak Education, 117 S. Wahsatch Ave., Colorado Springs, CO 80903

Time: 4–7 pm (choose a timeslot)

Spanish interpretation available

RSVP: https://www.peakedu.org/event-details/ignite-futures-fund-workshop-2-12-26/form 

Workshop #2

Date: Thursday, February 19th

Location: Peak Education, 117 S. Wahsatch Ave., Colorado Springs, CO 80903

Time: 3–7 pm (choose a timeslot)

Spanish interpretation available

RSVP: https://www.peakedu.org/event-details/ignite-future-funds-workshop-2-19-26/form 

What to Bring to the Workshops

• A laptop or device to apply

• Documents needed to submit the application:

  • Medicaid enrollment letter (not the card) or 2024 Tax Return (see flyers below for full details)

  • Photo ID

  • High school transcript

• Review the detailed flyers:

  • [English – What to Bring List]

  • [Spanish – What to Bring List]

Parking Info

• Free parking is available around the building

• Parking is also available on Cucharras St. or at the Cottonwood Center for the Arts parking lot (short walk)

• Metered parking is available in front of the building

We strongly encourage attending a workshop to ensure your application is complete and correct. If you cannot attend, you may still apply on your own: https://form.jotform.com/260044024579151