School Partnerships
At Sun Federal Credit Union, we believe strong schools build strong communities. That’s why we’re proud to partner with local schools to support students, educators, and families through financial education, scholarships, and community engagement.
Financial education resources and support for teachers
Volunteer and engagement opportunities for students
Community involvement and a local presence
Products and services designed for financial wellness
With personal service and trusted guidance, we help you spend, borrow, and save to build a stronger financial life.
- Free Rewards Checking
- Digital Banking
- Bill Pay
- eStatements
- Automatic Transfers
- Sun Card Central
- Your Credit Score
- Business Checking
- Overdraft Protection
- Insurance Coverage
RISE Youth Accounts
Youth offerings designed for students.
Student Loans
Private student lending and student loan refinancing.
Watch Video About Our Program Sun Federal partners with schools and school districts to best serve their students and provide them with a strong financial education they will take into adulthood.
Sun Federal Credit Union Scholarship Fund We’ve partnered with the Greater Toledo Community Foundation to continue our tradition of awarding scholarships to students pursuing higher education.
Care Closet Program We provide financial support that helps purchase essential supplies and hygiene items for students in need at our Student-Run Credit Union partner schools.
Frequently Asked Questions
For Students
A student-run credit union is a Sun Federal branch operated by students once a week during lunch periods at their school. The purpose of the student-run credit union is to give students hands-on experience managing their money while also providing valuable personal finance education.
Students who volunteer gain experience through operating and promoting the credit union. It is treated like a regular job, with students going through an interview process and presenting themselves as professionals. Course credit may be offered, depending upon the school.
Sun Federal currently operates student-run credit unions at the following schools:
- Clay
- Lake
- Maumee
- Northwood
- Otsego
- Penta
- Whitmer
- Wilson
- Perrysburg
Students and staff can use the Student–Run Credit Union just like they would a regular Sun Federal branch for eligible transactions and services. While students help operate the credit union, they do not have access to members’ information, ensuring privacy and security.
The overall goal of the student-run credit union program is to help students develop real-world financial skills, build confidence in managing money, and learn the importance of saving and financial responsibility.
To open an account, requirements depend upon the student’s age:
- Students aged 13–15 can open an account with a parent or guardian.
- Students aged 16 and older can open an account on their own.
- There is a $5 minimum deposit required to open an account. Sun Federal provides this $5 for students, so no initial deposit is needed.
For each person who will be on the account, the following information is required:
- Social Security number
- Date of birth
- Current address
- Phone number
- Email address
Additionally, any account owner age 18 or older must provide a valid state-issued ID.
Documents will need to be signed either in person or via electronic signature.
For Parents
Parents or guardians who are joint owners on an account will have access to it. Information such as activity and balances can be seen, and controls can be set through Digital Banking.
Our RISE and RISE Up programs are designed to provide a full suite of financial tools that empower children and teens and set them up for a successful financial future.
- RISE (ages 0-12) offers:
- Savings account
- 30-Month add-on share certificate
- A $202 bonus deposit if the certificate is opened within 30 days of the account
- Grade Card Incentive program
- RISE Up (ages 13-17) offers:
- Everything in the RISE program
- Sun Federal Free Rewards Checking account
- Features a $300/$500 debit card limit
- No overdraft protection available
- Round ’n Save
- Sun Card Central
For full information on our RISE program, visit our RISE Youth Accounts page.
Yes, family members of students at our partner schools are eligible for membership. Visit our Membership page to get started.
For Teachers & Administrators
Sun Federal Credit Union is available to partner with schools by visiting classrooms to complement and enhance existing personal finance education. Our presentations are designed to support educators and help students develop practical money management skills.
Topics we cover include:
- Managing Your Money
- How Interest Works
- Credit Basics
- Finances 101 – both as an event and in the classroom
- Fraud and Scam Prevention
- How to Build Good Credit
- How to Buy a Car
- How to Prepare to Buy a House
- And a variety of other financial education topics
Sun Federal has educational resources and presentations available for students in grades K–12, with content that can be tailored to the age and learning level of the audience. In addition, Sun Federal has aligned its presentations with the State of Ohio’s personal finance education requirements, helping schools meet curriculum standards while providing students with real-world financial knowledge and skills.
To learn more click here to email Sun Federal’s Business Development Team.
Yes, employees of our partner schools and their household members are eligible for membership. Visit our Membership page to get started.