From cradle to college, it’s never too early to start saving for your child’s future. With an account from The Summit, they’ll learn everything they need to start their financial journeys.
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Our youth savings accounts are an ideal place to establish and maintain good money habits.
Whether they’re managing an allowance, budgeting small purchases or trying to save up for something special, kids 12 and under can learn more advanced money concepts with a Safari Club savings account.
For teens and students ages 13-17 with an allowance, earning their own money or just trying to save, the Reaching My Summit area on The Summit’s website is for them. It’s full of interesting tips about a wide range of subjects–from scams to watch out for to saving for college.
Be eligible for a Summit Membership
Find out if you’re eligible. If you’re not a member, join at the same time!
Complete Social Security Number
This is the child’s form of identification.
Completed Application
Fill it out in advance, mail it in, bring it to a branch, or apply online.
For month ending June 30, 2025Earn dividends with at least a minimum daily balance of $0.01
For a full listing of our rates, see our Rate and Fee Schedule.
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Our Enhanced Checking and Digital Edge Spend Accounts1 are an ideal place for students to start managing their spending money—with or without your help! These joint accounts give kids as much spending freedom as you’d like, while you get just the right amount of control.
Members can bundle their favorite products to get the most out of their membership with The Summit.
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Check out Reaching Your Summit, an area of our website just for students and young adults. You’ll get tips on everything money, so you can make today brighter and have the financial future you want.
The Summit is proud to participate in two annual scholarship programs. Visit Other Benefits for details.
To help with educational expenses, The Summit also offers our College Wise Loans.
Start putting money aside for future college costs today with help from The Summit. Ask us about our tax-free investment options for your child’s future education expenses.
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1 To be eligible for the Digital Edge Spend Account you must be less than 27 years of age, enrolled in Electronic Statements, enrolled in Mobile or Online Banking, and must have an Active Debit Card (defined as performing a minimum of ten (10) Debit Card transactions posted during the month on the Digital Edge Spend Account). Members that no longer qualify for the Digital Edge Spend Account will be converted to the Enhanced Checking account (if under 27) or the Digital Freedom Spend Account (when turning 27) and no longer qualify for these fee exemptions.
2 Must be age 22 or younger for exemption of Account Maintenance Fee unless you have the Digital Edge Spend Account. See Rate & Fee Schedule for details. Must be 18 years of age or older to open a checking account, or have an accompanying joint member on the account who is 18 years of age or older.
3 Card Controls: While your card is in temporary “off” mode most new purchases and ATM transactions will not be processed. Preauthorized transactions and authorized reoccurring transactions may be approved while the card is in “off” mode. You remain responsible for monitoring all transactions.
4 A $2.00 fee will be charged for each ATM transaction at a non-Summit owned which exceeds the number of free transactions associated with your Member Benefit Level. See Rate & Fee Schedule for details. This is based upon the posting date of your transactions. If you use an ATM that includes a surcharge fee from that provider, you will be responsible for that fee. Please note: Withdrawals and inquiries count toward your monthly transaction limit.
5 Mobile Banking is a free service available only with a Summit FCU Account. Your mobile carrier’s text messaging and data charges may apply.
6 Subject to application and credit approval. Must be 18 years of age or older to apply.