MCUF Offers Free Youth Month Materials for Michigan Credit Unions
The Michigan Credit Union Foundation has again partnered with My First Nest Egg to provide Michigan credit unions with free resources to celebrate Credit Union Youth Month this April, which also coincides with Financial Literacy Month. The 2026 toolkit, themed “Dive Into Lending: A Deep Sea Loan Adventure,” is designed to make it easy for credit unions to introduce young members and families to the basics of borrowing, saving, and smart money habits in a fun and engaging way.
This year’s materials include a Youth Month packet for kids, parent resources, promotional graphics, and a new Front?Line Guide to help branch staff spark meaningful conversations with families. The guide offers simple ideas for creating engaging in?branch experiences, starting natural conversations about financial topics, and turning everyday interactions into moments that inspire financial learning.
Credit unions will also have access to a library of short, engaging videos that help explain lending concepts in a kid?friendly way. These videos can be shared on social media, played in branch lobbies, or used during youth events to reinforce the lessons found throughout the Youth Month materials.
The toolkit is designed to be a simple, ready?to?use way for credit unions to participate in Youth Month. Materials can be printed for in?branch activities or shared digitally through websites and social channels to reach young members and their families wherever they are.
“We’re excited to once again partner with My First Nest Egg to bring these resources to Michigan credit unions,” said Andrea Tucker, MCUF Executive Director. “Youth Month is a great opportunity for credit unions to engage young members and families in meaningful conversations about money, helping build financial confidence from an early age.”
All Youth Month materials will be available online and are free for Michigan credit unions, with funding provided by the Michigan Credit Union Foundation. While the standard MCUF?branded packet is free, credit unions can also order a fully customized version with their own branding at a 25% discounted rate using code Member25.
The MCUF supports credit unions in strengthening financial well?being across the state through financial education, credit union development initiatives, and community enrichment programs. Learn more about MCUF programs and initiatives at MCUF.mcul.org.
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