Teaching kids the value of money can feel challenging, even daunting, for many parents. According to Greenlight, 91% of kids and teens believe they need financial education to achieve their life goals, and 94% of parents agree. So, where do you begin as a family?
April is National Credit Union Youth Month, making it the perfect time to start building financial responsibility and awareness. For teens preparing to start summer jobs in the coming months, learning smart money habits early can set them up for success. For younger kids, it may be time to move beyond the traditional piggy bank and introduce a more meaningful savings routine that includes education and real-life experience.
Telhio Credit Union is proud to partner with Greenlight, the family-friendly financial tool that brings money management right to your fingertips. Best of all, members with a Telhio checking account get Greenlight for FREE*.
With the convenience of a mobile app, Greenlight helps kids learn through financial literacy games, educational challenges, videos, and more. Parents benefit from real-time oversight, including spending controls, transaction notifications, allowance payments, money transfers, and tools designed to help children build financial independence with confidence.
Right now, when Telhio members enroll in Greenlight, they'll receive a FREE^ custom debit card! Kids can personalize their card with a favorite photo, pet, or design, making learning smart money habits fun, engaging, and exciting.
Visit telhio.org/greenlight to enroll.
*Telhio Credit Union members with a personal checking
account are eligible for the Greenlight SELECT plan at no cost when
they connect their Telhio checking account as the Greenlight funding
source for the entirety of the promotion. Upgrades will result in additional
fees. Upon termination of promotion, Members will be responsible for associated
monthly fees. See terms for details. Ofer ends 8/12/2026. Offer subject to
change or renewal.
^New Greenlight customers are eligible for a $10
bonus to their Parent Wallet within 7 days after completion of successful
registration. Member must sign up at greenlight.com/telhio to redeem offer.
Successful registration must occur between 4/1/2026 and 4/30/2026 See terms for
details. Ofer subject to change.
The content in this article is true and accurate as of 4/13/2026.
