It's Never Too Early

To Teach Kids About Money.

It's Never Too Early

To Teach Kids About Money.

The best time to start teaching your kids about money is now! In fact, the more children understand about money at an early age, the better equipped they will be as adults to make wise financial decisions. FORUM has accounts for every age that help teach financial responsibility and give more options as children grow and become more financially independent.

Savvy Savers Start Young

Sprout College Matching Account (open at birth)

FORUM's Sprout College Matching Account is the perfect way to save for your child’s future educational needs. Funds deposited are matched up to $100 each year, plus the money earns a competitive dividend rate.

Start With A Savings Account (perfect for any age)

FORUM’s Youth Savings Accounts help teach kids the principles of spending, saving, and sharing at an early age. Children receive a moon jar at account opening and can participate in our sticker reward program to get prizes for making deposits.

Save Even More With An Aware Youth Certificate (up to age 19)

For longer-term savings, open an Aware Youth certificate to earn a higher dividend rate. This unique certificate allows young savers to add money (minimum of $20) at any time and has a low minimum balance requirement of $100.

Discover All of Our Youth Savings Account Options

Student Checking

Student Checking That’s Simple, Convenient And Secure

FORUM’s Student Checking Account features a free debit card and secure mobile app, so students can make mobile purchases, deposit checks, check their balance and receive real-time alerts from anywhere.

Features

Designed for students ages 14–24
No minimum balance
No monthly service fee
Free mobile app for Android and Apple devices and mobile payments
Free online banking with real-time alerts
10 free non-FORUM ATM transactions per month
Free Mastercard debit card
Access to more than 5,000 shared branch locations
Access to over 5,000 surcharge-free ATMs

Open a student checking account

Student Lending

Getting Students Started On The Right Path

We understand the importance of establishing good credit early and the impact it can have on students’ financial future.

FORUM offers a Share Secured Mastercard® Credit Card as well as a Personal Loan designed to fit the unique needs of students and young professionals who are new to credit.

And when it comes to planning for college, our Smart Option Student Loan with Sallie Mae can help your student achieve their dreams.

Explore Our Many Student Lending Options

Young Leaders Council

The FORUM Credit Union Young Leaders Council is a group of young adults coming together to :

Gain experience in community leadership and business etiquette
Develop peer-leadership skills
Collaborate on new ideas for FORUM Credit Union youth products
Discuss financial topics important to today's youth

The YLC meets twice per year in-person and communicates regularly throughout the year.

Discover FORUM’s Programs For Young Leaders And Entrepreneurs.

Financial Guidance For Recent Graduates

Free Financial Wellness Check

Having a job and new expenses can be overwhelming. FORUM has all the tools and help you need to get you started on the right path. Schedule a free Financial Wellness Check to put together a budget and get overall financial tips to help as you’re starting off on your own.

Follow FORUM on social media and sign up for our newsletter for infographics and quick-tip videos on everything from basic budgeting to what to do with your first big raise.

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