Youth Accounts

Start your child on the path to financial success with SUN Credit Union’s Youth Accounts.

Newbee (Birth – Age 3)

Help your child develop a lifelong habit of saving from an early age with our Newbee account. Designed specifically for our youngest members, this account sets the foundation for future financial success.

Features Include:

  • Quarterly Dividends: Earn dividends on balances over $100.00, helping your child’s savings grow even from a young age.
  • Seamless Transition: Automatically converts to a Pelican Pennie account at age 4, ensuring continued financial growth and learning opportunities.
  • Member Benefits: Introduce your child to the benefits of being a credit union member, including secure savings and personalized support.
  • Early Financial Education: Begin teaching your child the value of saving and the basics of financial responsibility.

SUN CU Kids' Club

Fun, interactive site to help you learn more! Designed just for kids with games, puzzles, and more!

Pelican Pennie (Ages 4 – 12)

Our Pelican Pennie program combines fun and education to teach kids the value of saving and making wise financial choices. This interactive program encourages financial literacy and makes saving a rewarding experience for young members.

Features Include:

  • Quarterly Dividends: Savings accounts earn dividends on balances over $100.00, helping kids learn how money grows over time.
  • Pelican Pennie Points: Earn one point for every $5.00 net deposit, redeemable for exciting prizes at our Hollywood location, encouraging consistent saving habits.
  • Quarterly Newsletter: Receive a fun, engaging newsletter filled with games, activities, and tips to help kids learn about money management.
  • Seamless Transition: Automatically converts to a Smart Start account at age 13, ensuring continuous financial development and education.

Smart Start (Ages 13 - 17)

Help your teen develop financial responsibility, independence, and money management skills with our Smart Start account. This account is designed to prepare teens for financial success while offering essential tools for managing their money responsibly.

Features Include:

  • Savings Growth: Earn quarterly dividends on balances over $100.00, helping teens understand the value of compound interest.
  • Optional Checking Account: Includes a Visa® debit card for everyday spending, teaching responsible spending habits.
  • Convenient Online Banking: Teens can manage their account anytime with easy access to balances, transactions, and transfers.
  • Parental Controls: Monitor and manage spending with our free CardValet® mobile app, offering peace of mind for parents.
  • Seamless Transition: Automatically converts to a Personal (adult) account at age 18, ensuring uninterrupted financial growth and independence.
  • Financial Education Tools: Access resources and tips for budgeting, saving, and financial planning specifically designed for teens.

Why Choose SUN Credit Union Youth Accounts?

  • Tailored for Every Age: Accounts designed to grow with your child, from birth to adulthood.
  • Educational Opportunities: Teach kids and teens essential money management skills.
  • Rewarding Savings: Incentives like Pelican Pennie points make saving fun and engaging.

 

Start your child’s financial journey today with SUN Credit Union’s Youth Accounts. Visit a branch to open your child’s account today!