Little stands lead to BIG impact
Over 15 years, across 90 communities in 3 countries, Lemonade Day has helped youth learn
financial literacy and life skills, one cup at a time.
The numbers are big
1.5M
youth participants across North America
$3.52M
revenue has been earned from Lemonade Day
$270M
profit has been earned from Lemonade Day
$142.5M
has been donated by Lemonade Day youth
And the impact is HUGE
90%
of participating youth improve financial and business literacy skills and communication
25%
of participating youth open a new bank account and start saving money
2x
Lemonade Day youth are 2x more likely to invent something that changes the world
67%
say “I plan to start my own business”
57%
say “I will invent something that will change the world”
69%
say “I can find lots of ways around a problem”
Lessons from
lemons
By running a lemonade stand, youth learn how to set a goal, make a plan, and work hard
to achieve their dreams, all while gaining foundational business and life skills
that prepare them for a lifetime of success.
Financial Literacy & Economics
- Capital Equipment
- Consumables
- Supply & Demand
- Credit, Debt, Gross & Net Income
- Marginal Utility
- Return on Investment
- Compound Interest
College & Career Readiness
- Critical Thinking & Collaboration
- Interest in Attending College
- Civic Responsibility
- Capital Equipment
- Consumables
- Supply & Demand
- Credit, Debt, Gross & Net Income
Life Skills & Personal Development
- Leadership
- Belief That Attaining Goals
is Within Reach - Personal Productivity
- Self-Direction & Time Management
- Social Responsibility & Charity
- Social Skills & Self Confidence
Academics
- Math Calculations
- Reading & Interpreting Data
- Oral & Written Communication
