Planting the Seeds of Financial Wellness
Financial confidence starts early and lasts a lifetime. Our youth banking programs and financial education platforms help parents raise financially savvy kids by teaching them to budget, save, and spend wisely through interactive tools and real-world lessons. Click here to join our community of empowered families and explore tips for raising financially independent children, then open a Youth Savings Account today to give your child a strong start toward lifelong financial wellness.
Your Financial Journey Begins Here
Savings & Certificates
Our Youth Goal Savings account is a great way to build your child's first savings at any age.
Want to grow your savings? We offer 12 and 24 month Youth Certificate that will grow with your child! Unlike our regular certificate, you can add fund throughout the live of the Youth Certificate.
Banking for Teens
For teens aged 13-18, our checking account and debit card are the perfect way to start spending safely and securely—whether it's for first job, allowances, or everyday purchases.
Plus, with Online and Mobile Banking, parent can easily monitor accounts, and teens can manage their money anytime, anywhere.
Ready for Your First Car?
Directions First Time Auto Buyer loan is designed for young adults borrowing for the first time, who may have little or no credit history.
Student Loans
Directions members can access Student Choice private loans, available for undergraduate and graduate student loans, as well as student loan refinancing.
Financial Education Resources
Directions Credit Union offers FREE, ready-to-use tools and resources designed to help families, educators, and community organizations empower kids and teach them how to make smart money choices.
My First Nest Egg
Kids aged 3-13
My First Nest Egg is a free money education app for parents and kids with a virtual tracker, learning games, goal setting, and more!
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FoolProof
Teens & Young Adults (Middle School/High School/College)
FoolProof teaches kids about financial responsibility and healthy skepticism through highly interactive, self-grading lessons!
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My First Nest Egg Youth Corner
A new year brings new goals - and a fresh way to talk about what it really means to be wealthy.
This January, Directions Credit Union and My First Nest Egg are helping families explore the many forms of wealth - from money and knowledge to kindness, health, and family. Our newest printable helps kids see that the habits they build today are the foundation of lifelong success.
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Happy Learning!
