Put your children on the path to financial success with a Youth Savings Account. Not only will they become a member of the credit union, they'll gain access to our fun, rewarding and educational programs for kids and teens.
Free membership
Kids rewards program
Teen finance blog
$5 deposit covered by TruWest
Check out our youth savings programs:
Wild About Savings. When you visit a branch to open a Youth Savings Account for a child under 13 years old, they will automatically be enrolled in the Wild About Savings rewards program.
At account opening, your child receives a wallet with their own stamp card.
Your child earns one stamp for each deposit they make into their savings account1.
Each stamp earns a sticker or temporary tattoo.
Six stamps earns a tote bag filled with fun activities.
Twelve stamps earns a giraffe plush bank2.
MyMoney. Teens ages 13-17 who open a Choice Checking Account will receive a $50 deposit to kick-start their savings3. In addition, they’ll be subscribed to the MyMoney blog, offering smart tips on how to budget wisely, use their TruWest perks and save more money.
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Next Steps
As easy as 1, 2, 3
Apply for a Youth Savings Account
Before completing an account application, you’ll need to have the following information handy:
If you are not a member, go to New Members, fill out the Disclosure form, and then choose Next.
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Existing Member – Complete Account Application
If you are already a TruWest member, go to Existing Members, and follow the on-screen instructions to continue to the account application. You can also apply through the mobile app by selecting Apply for an Account/Loan in the mobile app menu.
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Choose Accounts
Complete the account application, including selecting your desired accounts.
Questions?
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1 Limit one stamp per day. 2 Limit one giraffe plush bank per member. 3 Offer valid 9/12/2016 to 6/30/2017 and subject to change without notice. Parent or guardian must be an account joint owner. Account must remain open for six months or $50 deposit is forfeited.
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