Help Kids Learn while they Save
Opening a Youth Account with Family Security Credit Union is a great way for kids to acquire financial literacy while building savings.
Family Security Credit Union offers two Youth Account choices to help kids learn how to make wise financial decisions later in life. We also offer annual scholarships to help high school seniors further their education.
Kirby Kangaroo® Club
Designed for ages 11-under.
- $25.00 minimum balance
- Special gift when account is opened
- Interactive website with money-saving games and coloring pages
Visit a branch location near you to open an account today.
CU Rising
The CU Rising checking account helps kids ages 12-17 learn to manage their finances responsibly while building a solid foundation for financial success.
- $25.00 minimum balance
- Special gift when account is opened
- Scholarship opportunity for high school seniors
- Interactive website with educational financial information for teens
Visit a branch location near you to open an account today.
CU Elevate Scholarships
Family Security Credit Union is proud to help high school seniors further their education by offering 10 $1,000 scholarships to qualifying Family Security youth account members.
Simply fill out the online scholarship application and submit the required essay and acceptance letter between February 1 and March 31. We will notify winners by May 1.
Application Process:
Step 1: Confirm Eligibility
Before applying, students should ensure they meet the following requirements:
- Family Security CU Youth Account Member
- Graduating high school senior
- Accepted to a college, trade school, or certificate program
(Eligibility is confirmed during the application process.)
Step 2: Complete the Online Application
Applicants complete a short online application that includes:
- Student name and contact information
- Family Security CU membership confirmation
- High school name and graduation year
- Intended school/program of study
Step 3: Prepare Required Documents
Students will prepare the following:
- 500-word essay responding to the current year’s prompt
- Proof of acceptance to a college, trade school, or certificate program
Accepted formats: Word or PDF
Step 4: Submit Supporting Documents
Once the online application is completed, students must email their essay and acceptance letter to:
scholarships@myfscu.com. Subject line: CU Elevate Scholarship – Student Name
Step 5: Application Review
- Applications are reviewed after the March 31 deadline
- Incomplete applications will not be considered
- Scholarship recipients are selected based on essay content, clarity, and alignment with the scholarship theme
- 2025-2026 Theme: "Reflecting on your high school journey, what lessons have shaped the way you think about managing your money and planning for your future?"
Step 6: Notification & Award
- Winners are notified by May 1
- Scholarship checks are made payable directly to the student
- An IRS Form 1099-MISC will be issued
Important Notes
- All steps must be completed by March 31
- Late or incomplete submissions will not be accepted
- Scholarships may be used for tuition, books, or educational expenses
Apply for the CU Elevate Scholarship
Applications open February 1