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Oklahoma Credit Union and OCCY expand youth banking access for unaccompanied and transitioning youth
Summary
The Oklahoma Credit Union outlined a program partnership with the Oklahoma Commission on Children and Youth to open low-cost savings and checking accounts for youth without guardians, including those aging out of care. Presenters said they have opened more than 50 youth accounts and will provide certified financial counseling and outreach workshops
The Oklahoma Credit Union told the Oklahoma Commission on Children and Youth about a partnership to provide banking accounts and hands-on financial education for unaccompanied youth and young people transitioning out of care.
Tammy Kilman of OKCU introduced Amanda Kirby, who said the program aims to give youth a safe place to bank and to teach budgeting, saving and credit basics. "Our mission at OKCU is to help Oklahomists do more with their money," Kirby said. She told the commission…
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