The program, now in its fourth year, teaches financial literacy to kids as young as four years of age
ORLANDO, Fla. (September 18, 2026) – Addition Financial Credit Union and the Rosen Preschools have joined forces for the ADDing FUNdamentals program, an innovative financial literacy program that introduces preschool-aged children to essential money management concepts through engaging, age-appropriate learning experiences.
Developed through a partnership with Junior Achievement of Central Florida and the Early Learning Coalition of Orange County, the ADDing FUNdamentals program teaches young learners foundational financial skills through interactive play and hands-on activities. Using Junior Achievement’s JA Ourselves curriculum, children learn important concepts such as making choices, understanding needs versus wants and saving money. This marks the Rosen Preschools’ first year as a program partner, underscoring the organization’s ongoing commitment to education and to creating opportunities for children and families throughout Central Florida.
As part of this initiative, volunteers from Addition Financial, Junior Achievement and Rosen Hotels & Resorts assembled backpacks filled with educational resources designed to help kids follow along with lessons and continue learning at home. A portion of the backpacks will be delivered to the Rosen Tangelo Park Preschool and Rosen Preschool (PS8) in Parramore. Addition Financial is also providing playhouses modeled after mini credit unions where students can practice money management skills through imaginative play.
“We are very proud to partner with Addition Financial to bring the ADDing FUNdamentals program to the Rosen Preschools,” said Frank Santos, president and CEO of Rosen Hotels & Resorts. “Having spent a majority of my career in finance, I am a big advocate for financial literacy. It is a critical life skill, and teaching these foundational lessons early – and bringing materials home to their families – will prepare the next generation for long-term success.”
“We are incredibly grateful to have an organization of Rosen’s caliber become a part of the ADDing FUNdamentals program,” said Kevin Dougherty, chief operations officer at Addition Financial Credit Union. “The students at Rosen Preschools will now get a jump start on developing key skills many of us take for granted – understanding and managing money. The positive response and success we’ve seen since launching the program speaks to the need of fostering financial education at an early age.”
During the ribbon-cutting event, Additional Financial Credit Union surprised the Harris Rosen Foundation with a generous $10,000 donation to support the Rosen Preschools.
Media inquiries should be directed to publicrelations@rosenhotels.com and ASanders@additionfi.com.
The $50,000 contribution will support Gainesville For All’s ongoing efforts to expand educational access and improve outcomes for children and families in East Gainesville. It will also be used on scholarships, meals for students and a toddler playground amongst other things. This is the second time in two years that the Harris Rosen Foundation donated to Gainesville For All. In 2024, the foundation donated $35,000 to its efforts.
“We are deeply grateful for the Harris Rosen Foundation’s generous contribution,” said James Lawrence, President & CEO of Gainesville For All. “This commitment from the foundation and Frank Santos empowers our mission and strengthens our ability to create lasting impact,” he added. 
