Youth Financial Programs

Building foundational financial wellness skills

Strong financial habits begin early. The SECU MD Foundation partners with educators, schools, and youth-serving programs across Maryland to deliver interactive financial education experiences tailored to young learners. By building confidence early, we help set the stage for lifelong financial wellness.

The SECU MD Foundation FinStart program introduces elementary students in grades 3–6 to the foundational money concepts of earning, saving, spending, and making thoughtful financial decisions. We deliver these concepts in a way that is engaging, age-appropriate, and aligned with classroom learning goals.

Youth financial program topics

  • Core money concepts
  • Earning money
  • Saving money
  • Spending money
  • Making smart financial choices

Request a program

Interested in bringing youth financial education to your classroom, school, or community organization? Submit a program request form and our team will connect with you to explore how FinStart or a customized youth session can support your students.

FinStart details

FinStart begins students on their financial education journey through hands-on learning, storytelling, games, and real-world examples. Using “SECU Dollars,” students practice earning, saving, budgeting, and spending in fun and memorable ways.

Workshops are:

  • Provided free of cost through the support of the SECU MD Foundation
  • Educator-friendly, with ready-to-use materials and SECU financial wellness educators on site
  • Built on age-appropriate lessons that instill lifelong financial confidence
  • Interactive and engaging, featuring “SECU Dollars” and a student “SECU Store” experience
  • Available for classrooms, after-school programs, parent/student nights, and community events
  • Community-focused, serving Maryland students and educators