Simply Start Accounts
Savings and Checking Accounts just for kids and teens
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Helping kids and teens learn healthy saving habits
There's no better way to learn the value of saving than with a Simply Start Savings and Checking account at VCCU. Start teaching your kids the basics of finance now, for a heathier and happier financial future.
Simply Start Savings Accounts for children ages 0-17
- An adult is required to be a joint owner on the account
- Minimum $5 to open and $5 to earn dividends
- Social Security card and photo ID (either School ID or State ID/Driver’s License) required
Simply Start Checking Accounts for teens ages 10-17
- An adult is required to be a joint owner on the account
- Minimum $25 to open
- Free ATM/Debit Card
- Social Security card and photo ID (either School ID or State ID/Driver’s License) required
Financial Education and Wellness Resources
Through our partnership with Enrich, we offer comprehensive education programs for all ages, from onsite hands on learning to online webinars and videos, plus these great resources:
VCCU is a full-service, Southern California credit union with branches in Ventura, Port Hueneme, Oxnard, RiverPark, Camarillo, Thousand Oaks, Simi Valley and Moorpark. If you live, work or attend school in Ventura or Santa Barbara Counties, you are eligible to join!
All accounts subject to approval. Restrictions may apply.