Our Concept of the Month for May connects with the Red Cross of Colorado’s “Turn the State Red” campaign. We’re focusing on Philanthropy this month, and we have many ways for you to give back. We’re part of the Red Cross of Colorado’s 100th birthday celebration — and you can be too. We have canisters at each of our …
This year the Red Cross of Colorado is celebrating its 100th birthday. Over the past century, the Red Cross of Colorado has helped thousands of individuals and families in times of crisis, and has provided training and support to countless people. At Young Americans, we are always talking about giving back, so we’ve partnered with the Red Cross during the …
Debit and credit cards are all over the place, but do you know how to use them? This month at Young Americans, we’re talking “Credit and Debit Smarts,” which includes the cards. Here’s some basic information that’s helpful for our customers ages 12 to 16 who might be interested in applying for one of these cards. Debit Cards Debit cards …
Each month we explore a different Concept of the Month. In March we’re working on planning and saving. What kinds of things are coming up for which you will need money? School clothes? End-of-summer vacation? College? How are you going to get that money? You need a plan! Try a spending plan like the one below that will help you figure out how much money …
April is Financial Literacy Month, which means it’s always really busy around Young Americans. We have so many fun and exciting ways to get involved at our building and to take the lessons home with you. Although everything is free, many of these events are first-come first-serve, so be sure to register with the links provided. As always, if you …
This month at Young Americans Bank, we’re talking about credit. It’s not “free money” as some young people may think. Credit is the borrowing of funds with the intent of paying them back. In almost every case, there is a charge for borrowing the funds. The charge is usually in the form of fees and/or interest. Credit is considered an …
Spotlight on: The Bank “Where are you all going to go first when you go on break?” “The bank!” Each student who passes through AmeriTowne is responsible for depositing his or her paycheck at the bank. A portion of their salary goes into their checking accounts and they receive the rest in cash. The students who work as bank employees …
Can you believe it’s been ONE YEAR since we opened our first branch in Far Northeast Denver? Let’s all come together to celebrate the new accounts, the students reached, and the success of our partners at Z Place. Join us for a community open-house celebration that will feature live music and entertainment, complimentary refreshments and interactive fun and games for all …
New Year’s resolutions never seem to last past mid-February (if we’re lucky). But there’s one resolution that is important enough to last a whole lifetime — saving! In recent days we’ve seen lots of Christmas money deposited into savings accounts at Young Americans Bank. We’re thrilled to see that, but it should stop there. Here are a few steps to …
Each month we focus on one financial concept to help you take the lessons you learn while at Young Americans to your home. This month we’re talking about “Balancing with the Bank.” It is very important to keep track of your own transactions in your checkbook register, and then double check your register with the statement the bank sends you every …
