Kids
Deserve Financial Education

Teens
Deserve Financial Knowledge

Future Generations Deserve Financial Freedom

Kids and teens aren't getting the financial knowledge they need in order to start strong. And the last thing they want is a boring lecture or workbook to learn it. Copper State Credit Union, in partnership with Banzai, are providing a solution.

Free, real-life financial simulation games.

We're also offering $5 + $5 awards for students of all ages. Details below!

Making Money Knowledge Fun For All Ages

Run a lemonade stand & make a profit.
Ages 7-12+

Play Banzai Junior

Earn income, buy a car & save your first $2,000.
Ages 12-18+

Play Banzai Teen

Navigate insurance, credit & homebuying.
Ages 16+

Play Banzai Plus

Master best practices for online security.
Ages 12+

Digital Citizenship Game

$5 + $5 Reward For Arizona Students K-12

Students - complete any of the above courses and bring your completion certificate 🏆 into any of our branch locations. Show the certificate and open a free savings account to receive a $5 + $5 reward!

$5 Deposit

We'll put the first $5 into your savings account for you.

$5 Gift Card

You'll receive a $5 gift card to McDonalds.

Parent Or Guardian

If under 18, student must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Bring ID

Acceptable ID for youth accounts includes state ID or birth certificate.

$5 + $5 offer only applies to students enrolled in kindergarten through 12th grade. One certificate per student, one certificate per account. Must have Banzai completion certificate in order to receive the award.

Ready to start a budget plan on your own?

Check out Ultimate Budget Plan to Save Your Time and Free Your Money, a free PDF eBook guide from Copper State Credit Union.

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