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Got Green?
Grow It at Your Credit Union
Visit Timberland Federal Credit Union the week of
April 20-26 and help us celebrate National Credit Union Youth Week. Timberland
FCU will show youth how small change can lead to both saving for the future and
saving the environment. Stop by any branch for fun, food and a chance at winning
prizes!
And remember, Timberland FCU membership is open to all of Clearfield County!
National Credit Union Youth Week
Is April 20-26, 2008
Grade: F
That's the average report card 12th graders earned for financial literacy in
2006. For about a decade, the Jump$tart Coalition® has been surveying
high-school seniors about personal finance.
What our youth don't know is shocking. For
example, only 23% understand that interest/dividends on savings accounts may be
taxable. Only 40% realize they could lose their health insurance if their
parents become unemployed.
Achieving economic prosperity is difficult. It's especially hard for young
people who've never learned how to manage money. Your credit union is ideally
positioned to respond because we believe in the power of education. We're here
to help you launch the youth in your life toward financial independence.
Join. As a start, open a savings
account for each child in your family at the Timberland Federal Credit Union. As
soon as your children can write, have them fill out deposit and withdrawal
slips. Guide teenagers through using a debit card and balancing a checkbook.
Share. Include your children in your
household finance discussions. Show them how you budget income and expenses. As
their skills improve, give them challenges—such as finding a better cell-phone
plan, calculating the total monthly cost of owning a car, or sticking to a
budget with back-to-school or holiday spending.
Coach. Remind your children to ask
for help when they need it. And turn to your credit union when you want help.
Our tradition of service and philosophy of self-help make Timberland FCU and all
credit unions a natural partner in pursuing financial security.
Join us this year as we celebrate National Credit Union Youth Week from April
20-26. Our theme for 2008 is "Got Green? Grow It at Your Credit Union."
For more information,
contact us
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