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Offer 10/24 – 11/1
Whether you’re opening their first savings account, discussing good money habits, or helping your teen pay for college, SAFE offers accounts and valuable resources for your child’s financial journey.
Simple checking for kids 6+ with waived monthly fees. Plus, shared account access makes it easy to learn and manage money together.
SAFE Visa® Debit Card with tap to pay. $25 minimum opening deposit.
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Our most popular checking account created for everyday users. Earn dividends on your day-to-day balance.
Earn % APY on their first .2 $25 minimum opening deposit.
For little savers 12 and under. It’s never too early to start saving and earn monthly dividends! Plus, enjoy a fun monthly newsletter full of creative ways to save.
Earn APY3 $5 minimum opening deposit. Quarterly Kids Club Newsletter
This dividend-earning savings account for teens aged 13-17 becomes a Share Savings account automatically when they turn 18.
$5 minimum opening deposit.
Is your kid saving for college or their first car? The “You-Name-It” feature in this account helps identify and track their specific savings goal.
Whether they’re just starting their higher education or are looking for additional funds midway, help your student find the extra money they need to succeed.
Federal Student Aid
SAFE’s partners Ascent® and Sallie Mae® offer a variety of loan options for any stage of higher education. Check out their available loan options and choose the one that’s right for your student.
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This account is designed to encourage saving for your child’s education. Check with your tax advisor to determine if you meet the eligibility requirements.
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Gamify your teen's financial education with the Zogo App, where they’ll earn gift cards for completing modules on important money topics.
Make financial literacy easier with personalized family banking blogs.
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We’ve got your teen’s back on the basics: from finance terminology to credit unions vs. banks, this resource gives them the confidence to own their first money moves.
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Check on SAFE’s scholarship opportunities annually to set the stage for your teen’s bright future.
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1 Annual Percentage Yield (APY) accurate as of and subject to change monthly. APY of % paid only on the portion of your daily balance that is less than or equal to . APY of paid on balances of or more. Two monthly requirements must be met to receive dividends on Perfect Cents Checking: 1) Active enrollment in eStatements; 2) Minimum of 10 debit and/or credit card purchase transactions post and settle each month. For credit card transactions to count towards the requirement, the credit card must be established under the tax reporting owner of the Perfect Cents Checking account. Fees may reduce earnings on accounts. 2 APY - Annual Percentage Yield as of . Dividends paid monthly. Rates, terms and conditions subject to change at any time.
1 To qualify for the Kids Week $25 Match Checking Promotion (Promotion), the following requirements must be met: 1) Minor (Kid) must be age 6-17 at time of account opening; 2) Kid must be the tax reporting owner on the account; 3) Kid cannot have an existing or prior checking account with SAFE Credit Union (SAFE); 4) Kid age 6 through 17, a Parent or Guardian must open the SAFE checking account on the Kid’s behalf and be a joint owner on the account, or Kid ages 16-17 with valid identification may open account without a Parent or Guardian; 5) Account must be opened with a minimum deposit of $25 between October 24, 2025 and November 1, 2025; and 6) Kid must be in good standing at the time of promotional disbursement. The $25 amount will be posted to the new account on November 28, 2025. SAFE complies with applicable tax reporting requirements. The Parent or Guardian is responsible for any federal, state, or local taxes resulting from the Promotion. SAFE checking account rates, fees, and terms can be viewed at www.safecu.org and will be provided prior to account opening. Any inquiries or disputes related to the promotion will be decided by SAFE and must be submitted within 180 days of opening the account. Promotion subject to change or cancellation without notice. Promotion is limited to one checking account per tax reporting owner. Cannot be combined with other account-opening offers. To redeem prize mentioned, visit any branch during Promotion. 2 Annual Percentage Yield (APY) accurate as of and subject to change monthly. APY of % paid only on the portion of your daily balance that is less than or equal to . APY of paid on balances of or more. Two monthly requirements must be met to receive dividends on Perfect Cents Checking: 1) Active enrollment in eStatements; 2) Minimum of 10 debit and/or credit card purchase transactions post and settle each month. For credit card transactions to count towards the requirement, the credit card must be established under the tax reporting owner of the Perfect Cents Checking account. Fees may reduce earnings on accounts. 3 APY - Annual Percentage Yield as of . Dividends paid monthly. Rates, terms and conditions subject to change at any time.
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