- Money to pay down debt. Help someone save on interest payments as well as help the recipient feel more financially secure as he or she grapples with debt.
- Piggy bank. Educate even the youngest children about money. They quickly learn the concept of putting coins in the bank, then using the coins to make a purchase later.
- Cash toward a Roth IRA (individual retirement account). Starting a Roth IRA at a young age can be really beneficial.
- Electronic gadgets with a twist. Add a financially savvy twist to gadgets such as tablets and smartphones with personal finance apps (like Sun Federal CU's app), many of which are free or inexpensive.
- Books. Help family members and friends learn to manage money by giving them a book about the topic.
- A financial jumpstart. Help a new grad or someone just getting back on his or her feet by offering your home as a place to stay for a month or two, or by helping to pay a security deposit or first month's rent.
- Credit union membership. Let family members know that because you're a credit union member they can be members, too. Tell them about the benefits of credit union membership.
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