Thank you for helping make Youth Week 2025 a huge success!
We had so much fun celebrating our youngest members and learning about what they’re saving for. From creative artwork to inspiring goals, your stories blew us away.

This year, we invited kids and teens to tell us what they're saving for—and why it matters. Below are the standout stories from our contest winners. Take a look at what some of our brightest young savers are dreaming about!

📚 Winning Stories

🚀 John, Age 3

“I’m saving for a rocket booster… for my tricycle!”

My name is John, and I am saving my money to buy a rocket booster for my tricycle. I watched Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood today and saw Daniel and Miss Elaina fly into outer space on a cardboard rocket ship. I like building things out of magnet tiles with my mom, dad, and sister. I’m especially good at building rocket ships.

When I save up enough money, I’m going to build a rocket ship out of my tricycle—for real. With my rocket tricycle, I can fly into outer space and land on the moon. The moon looks like it’s made of cheese, but my mom told me it’s really made of something like sand. I’m going to build a really big sandcastle on the moon that you’ll be able to see all the way from my house.

My dad told me it costs a lot of money to buy a rocket booster, so I’m putting all my birthday money in my Family Savings account until I get enough. One of my favorite songs is “We’re Going On a Rocket Ship.” When I build my rocket tricycle, I’m going to sing that song all the way to the moon.

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We’re going on a rocket ship.
We’re going to the moon.
We’re going on a rocket ship.
We’re leaving very soon.
We’re going on a rocket ship.
Zoom, zoom, zoom.
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📚 Maggie, Age 12

“I’m saving to build a hot pink traveling classroom!”

My name is Maggie, and I’m 12 years old. Most girls my age spend their money on expensive skincare and makeup—and while I do love a trip to Ulta with a quick stop at Chick-fil-A, I also have a savings account at Family Savings that’s going toward my dream job.

What is that, you may ask? It’s a traveling classroom.

Here’s my plan: I want to help kids who struggle with reading, just like I did. I’m dyslexic, but thanks to some amazing teachers, I’m now a great reader. I actually love to read! I want other kids to feel the same way.

This summer, I made bracelets and sold them to lots of my neighbors. The money I earned is going straight into my savings account at Family Savings. (Okay—maybe I’ll treat myself to one chicken sandwich and a little makeup.)

My traveling classroom will be a camper that can move from place to place. Kids will be able to climb aboard and learn how to read in a fun, exciting way. It’ll be painted hot pink—my favorite color—filled with snacks for when they get hungry, and packed with fun learning activities.

I can’t wait to make this dream come true!

Dollar Dog Kids Club

• Description: A savings account designed for children under 15 years old to help them learn the value of saving money.
• Features:
  • Competitive dividends
  • No monthly service fee
  • Access to the Dollar Dog Clubhouse with fun activities
  • Making the Grade rewards in February and June where students can earn money for good grades

Cha-Ching Teen Club

• Description: An account tailored for teens aged 15-18 to teach them basic financial concepts and money management skills.
• Features:
  • No monthly service fees
  • Access to teen-centric forums with blogs and videos
  • Making the Grade rewards for good academic performance
  • Linked to a parent's account for easy management and oversight

These accounts not only provide financial education but also offer engaging and rewarding experiences for young members.

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Making the Grade Program

• Description: Family Savings Credit Union rewards students for academic achievements.
• How it Works: Students in grades 1-12 can bring their report cards to any branch from February 1-15 and June 1-15. Earn $2 for each 'A' and $1 for each 'B' up to $14 per semester.
• Eligibility: Students must be 18 or younger and have a Dollar Dog or Cha-Ching youth savings account.