Youth Month
We believe helping youth build healthy money habits is important. With special incentives for them and resources for you, together we can guide youth in developing key money-management skills.
Let’s Taco ‘Bout Saving
This April, in celebration of Youth Month 2024, A+FCU is rewarding youth members ages 18 and under with special A+ prizes for being spec-taco-lar savers!
Deposit Drawing
For each deposit of $5 or more into your account, you’ll receive an entry to win a $100 deposit into your Youth Membership Savings Account! At the end of April, 20 lucky participants will be selected as winners. Read the official drawing rules here.
Special Prizes
When you open a membership, make an in-person deposit, or open a StartUP Share Certificate* you’ll receive your choice of a Let’s Taco ‘Bout Saving t-shirt, phone stand, stackable color pencil, or taco stress reliever.
Become A Seasoned Saver
Not a youth member? Start living your A+ life by opening a youth membership during the month of April and you’ll receive your choice of a Let’s Taco ‘Bout Saving t-shirt or prize! Join today by visiting one of our branches. Teens ages 13–18 can also click here to join A+FCU with our quick and easy online application.
Entrants must be 0-18 years old on drawing entry start date, April 1, 2024, to enter/win.
Entrant must make a deposit of $5 or more to his/her A+FCU share account via any A+FCU-permitted deposit method (cash, check, transfer, electronic deposit, etc.).
The Drawing Entry Period begins on Monday, April 1, 2024 at 12:00 am CST and ends on Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 11:59 pm CST.
Twenty winners will be randomly drawn from all eligible entries received during the drawing period. The prize drawing will be conducted by A+FCU on Monday, May 6, 2024.
Winners will be notified by telephone and/or mail and/or e-mail on Monday, May 6, 2024. Need not be present to win. Prizes will be deposited into the winners’ Membership Savings Accounts within five business days of the drawing. In the event the winner does not have an A+FCU Membership Savings Account, a check will be mailed to the winner no later May 10, 2024.
Youth Programs
We understand how important finances are. That’s why we offer programs that help kids and teens develop and improve financial capability.
Resources
For Kids
Download our activity sheet and check out our library of kid-friendly, financial education videos that cover money basics, including making, spending, saving, and borrowing money. Watch the videos with your little one(s), then discuss what they learned and actions they’d like to take.
Cash-Back Checking
Get the debit card that earns you unlimited cash back. Enjoy monthly rewards with your free Cash-Back Checking.
Save More For Your Future
Earn more from the money you save with a StartUP Certificate. Take advantage of this high-yield account option and get started for just $10.
Raising Money-Smart Kids Resources
Help raise money-smart kids with these resources.
Raising Money-Smart Kids
Talking to kids about money is not only acceptable but also encouraged. Use our tips to help your child understand and practice age-appropriate money management skills.
Family & Finances
As your family grows or changes, you’ll need to reimagine your finances. No matter what stage of life you’re in – getting married, having a baby, or raising money-smart kids – we’ve got you covered.
Resources For Year-Round Learning
4 Pitfalls To Avoid With Kids
Do you know what message you’re unintentionally sending to your kids about money? Find out which four money behaviors commonly give the wrong impression.
When Is It Appropriate To Open A Child’s First Checking Account?
Deciding when to open a child’s first checking account can be a difficult decision. Here are some considerations and tips to help make it a little easier.
Practical Money Tips Your 5-Year-Old Will Understand
Introduce simple financial concepts early on to help your child become more capable with money as they mature.
Join The A+FCU Family
Joining is easy and comes not only with a wide variety of money-saving products tailored to fit your needs, but also exclusive member-only benefits.