Mayor Launches Participatory Budgeting in All NYC High Schools #communityengagement
The White House Brings Participatory Budgeting in From the Fringe – Next City

How Participatory Budgeting Works
Is Participatory Budgeting Real Democracy? Politics, People’s Choice Style in Chicago via @nextcityorg


Participatory Budgeting Program on Behance


Need a simple but effective budget project for high school students? This real-world budgeting activity is designed to help teens understand money management by creating their own monthly budget based on realistic scenarios. It’s perfect for personal finance, economics, or math classes and requires little prep. Students will practice making financial decisions, prioritizing expenses, and understanding the value of saving—all while staying engaged. A great way to bring budgeting skills to life in your classroom!
Budget Project Template & Rubric









