Hi there, credit union friends,
The KPop Demon Hunters movie has taken the world—and the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade—by storm. So naturally, it’s all my girls have been talking about. They dressed as the film’s heroines for Halloween, and my oldest even requested a KPop-themed birthday party.
“How it’s done, done, done!”
If you’ve somehow missed the phenomenon, here’s the gist: A powerhouse girl group battles to save the souls of their fans from a rival boy band. In your credit union world, the stakes are high too. You’re fighting for the hearts, minds, and long-term trust of young members. So read on for inspiration to help your programs shine as we head into 2026! ✨
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Heard It Through the SuperVine: At SECNY Federal Credit Union in New York, member service representatives are encouraged to craft personalized branch experiences for youth account holders. The result? A real-life SuperVine 3000, straight from the Joe the Monkey Saves for a Goal picture book.
Joe the Monkey and his SuperVine 3000 in action!
SECNY team members presented the finished product to one dedicated young saver on her birthday. Courtney Fulmer, the credit union’s CEO, shares all the details here:
These meaningful, memory-making moments build loyalty that lasts for years to come.
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Sharing, Saving & Driving Smart: Iowa-based Community Choice Credit Union is taking Joe and his pals on the road—literally. The latest addition to this institution’s marketing fleet, which incredibly already includes a toaster-shaped car, is The Money Mammals Mobile!
Ready to hit the money-smart pavement!
Working with our design team, Community Choice wrapped a Smart car in attention-grabbing graphics featuring Joe and friends rocking out. (Probably to this head-banger! 🤘) And as Marketing Manager Bryce Verlinden explains, this vehicle turns heads at family events and “drives” awareness of the credit union’s youth program while growing deposits.
Now that’s shifting brand awareness into high gear!
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Holiday {Lesson} Plans: Looking to make your mark in classrooms in the new year? Our teaching materials help educators bring money smarts to life!
🍎 Elementary School: Money Mammals reading guides for our “Share & Save & Spend Smart” picture book trilogy + a teaching guide paired with our award-winning Saving Money Is Fun! movie
🍏 Middle & High School: Adolescent$ lesson plans built around the “Good Money Habits” video series, complete with discussion prompts, real-life scenarios, and at-home extensions
If you’re already a partner, then you can download these resources through the teacher portal on your program’s site. Otherwise, reply to this email so we can help you empower students at every age and stage.
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“Own it. Fix it. Learn from it. Move on.”: What if teaching kids about money were as simple as teaching them how to handle mistakes?
In this Art of Allowance Podcast clip, parenting educator Barbara Coloroso shares her timeless four-step formula:
Whether it’s a broken glass or an impulse buy, this approach helps kids (And adults! 😉) build resilience, responsibility, and money smarts.
Well, credit union friends, here’s to making a lasting impression on young members this holiday season and beyond. We might not be sealing the Honmoon, but we are taking center stage when it comes to financial education.
Until next time, let’s put our best fin lit flippers forward!
Erin Prim
Marketing Manatee
P. S. What fresh ideas are you debuting in 2026 to wow your young member audience? Hit reply to let me know!
