Helping kids and teens learn healthy saving habits.
Set them up for success with a Youth Savings and Checking account.
Youth Savings and Checking Accounts
It's never too early to learn value of saving.
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Youth Accounts at VCCU
There's no better way to learn the value of saving than with a Youth Savings and Checking account at VCCU. Teach your kids the basics of finance now for a healthier and happier financial future.
Youth Savings Accounts for children ages 0-17
- An adult is required to be a joint owner on the account
- Minimum $5 to open and $5 to earn dividends
- Social Security card and photo ID (either School ID or State ID/Driver’s License) required
Youth Checking Accounts for teens ages 14-17
- An adult is required to be a joint owner on the account
- Minimum $25 to open
- Free ATM/Debit Card
- Social Security card and photo ID (either School ID or State ID/Driver’s License) required
Financial Education and Wellness Resources
Through our partnerships with BALANCE and EverFi, we offer comprehensive education programs for all ages, from onsite hands on learning to online webinars and videos, plus these great resources:- Article: Teaching Kids And Teens Smart Money Habits
- Article: Teens and Money: Checking and Savings Account
- Articles, podcast, learning tools & videos: Teens and Money Toolkit
- Video: Your First Checking Account
VCCU is a full-service, Southern California credit union with branches in Ventura, Port Hueneme, Oxnard, RiverPark, Camarillo, Thousand Oaks, Simi Valley and Moorpark. If you live, work or attend school in Ventura or Santa Barbara Counties, you are eligible to join!