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4.02% APY*

13 Month Term | $250 Minimum


April is Credit Union Youth Month

Empower your children to save for the future! Open a youth account in April and we’ll match the first $5 in deposits.** Kids who open an account and youth members who visit a branch during Youth Month will also get a free piggy bank or pin set.***

Helping your children learn to save puts them on a path to a more secure financial future. Visit a branch to open an account for your child today!

Pop-up Learning Fun

Teach your kids about money this month with our short, fun online pop-up classes. We’ll explore important topics that will help your children on their financial journey.

Scroll down for a list of classes and reserve your spot today!

There’s more to explore: Check out our free online Financial Training Ground for more great educational content.

Explore our topics this month and save your spot for these free, no sales-pitch educational classes!

Spend, Save, Share

04/03/24

Join us and bring the kiddos (best suited for ages 6-10 years) for a fun pop-up where we’ll learn to Spend, Save & Share. Bring 3 containers (can be anything from Ziploc bags, empty jars to small boxes, etc.) to make your own Spend, Save, Share banks.

Paying for Pets

04/10/24

Join us and bring the kiddos (best suited for ages 6-12 years) for a fun, informative pop-up where we’ll explore the financial responsibilities of pet ownership. Download the worksheet.

Money Concepts for Teens

04/17/24

Join us and bring the teens (best suited for ages 12-16 years) for a foundational pop-up on all things personal finance. Download the worksheet.

Financial Decisions for Young Adults

04/24/24

Join us and bring the teens/young adults (best suited for ages 16-19 years) for an exploratory pop-up as we examine options for after high school and ways to pay for them. Download the worksheet.

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Checking & Savings

Youth checking and savings are the foundational accounts we offer to help kids build a strong financial future.

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Student Share Certificate

A certificate at a special rate just for kids that will help them see how their money can grow in a term share account.

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Money Management

Your child will have access to a powerful suite of online tools to help them learn the value of saving and wise spending.

The Pre-School Years

Take the first step by opening a savings account or certificate. Monetary gifts from loved ones can be deposited to help start their savings journey off right.

  • Explorer Savings
  • Youth Certificate

During Elementary School

This is a great time to help your child establish savings goals! Visit a branch and show them how to deposit their allowance into their savings account.

  • Explorer Savings
  • Youth Certificate

Your Middle Schoolers

Set your kid up with online access so they can track their goals on their own. Our app comes equipped with features that make saving fun and easy.

  • Money Management Tools
  • Youth Certificate
  • Explorer Savings
  • Youth Checking

The High School Years

Once they’re 15 they’ll be eligible for a debit card! By this time they’ll be ready to make their own purchases and put their money skills to the test.

  • Money Management Tools
  • Youth Certificate
  • Explorer Savings
  • Youth Checking

Financial Training Ground

Talking to your kids about money can be difficult. We help make it easy and fun with a number of free online financial learning resources.

They can learn about checking and savings basics, early budgeting fundamentals and money management skills.

Find your nearest branch or ATM

We’re part of the CO-OP ATM network! That means with us you’ll gain access to over 30,000 ATM locations nationwide. That’s more than most banks!
Wherever you roam, Horizon’s along for the ride. 

*APY = Annual Percentage Yield. Insured by NCUA. Minimum balance of $250 for 12 months. Early withdrawal penalties apply. Membership fee and restrictions may apply. **Deposit match applies to first $5 only for new youth accounts (ages 0-18) opened during the month of April 2024. Offer expires 04/30/2024. ***While supplies last.

The rates and terms shown are effective as of March 25, 2024.  View the Common Fees disclosure here.
Rates subject to change. For the most current rates available contact us at 800.852.5316.