Founded in 2021 by Rajan Kaushek, then a high school freshman and president of the Menlo School Investing Team, OneUp began as a response to a growing crisis: 81% of Gen Z lacks basic financial literacy. What started as a solo effort has evolved into a national, student-led nonprofit redefining how young people engage with money.

Now co-directed by Rajan Kaushek and Zander Deutch, OneUp’s mission is to make financial education accessible, engaging, and actionable for all students. Since launching its flagship three-day investing bootcamp, OneUp has graduated over 500 students in person and reached 30,000+ nationwide through events, accelerators, and online resources.

Supported by a team of 15+ student educators and community partners, OneUp offers all programming free of charge to ensure equal access regardless of background or income.

In 2024, OneUp launched its High School Chapter System, empowering students across the country to teach peers using OneUp’s curriculum on investing, budgeting, and real-world financial decision-making.

More than a program, OneUp is a movement—building a new standard for youth financial education that’s practical, inclusive, and built to last.