April may bring lots of showers to prep for May flowers—but it also brings lots of fun at Extra Credit Union! April is Financial Literacy Month AND National Credit Union Youth Month—an entire month dedicated to encouraging and empowering both young and old to learn more about finances and increasing financial literacy efforts in the United States! And we are so excited to celebrate one of our favorite months with YOU!
In celebration, we have a lot of “extras”—great events, giveaways, and learning opportunities for not only our members, but the entire community. Visit our website to see all we have in store for April—you’ll want to read all the way through to the end, so you don’t miss out on all the fun!
IDENTITY THEFT, FRAUD, AND SCAMS SEMINAR
2-3 p.m. Friday, April 11, 2025
No registration is required. Event location: Center Line Public Library: 7345 Weingartz, Center Line, MI 48015 Event is open to the public.
Extra Credit Union is partnering with the Center Line Public Library for this important and informative seminar. Unfortunately, scammers and fraudsters are constantly finding new ways to steal personal information and hard-earned money. While no one can be 100% protected, we want to help you take steps to reduce your risk.
Join us to learn about identity theft, fraud, and scams—what to watch out for, how to protect yourself, and what to do if you become a victim. Plus, one lucky attendee will win a $25 gift card!
What You Will Learn:
- What identity theft, fraud, and scams are
- Commonly used elder fraud tactics
- Ways to protect yourself
Who Should Attend?
- Anyone who uses the internet
- Anyone who uses debit cards, credit cards, and checking accounts
- Those who want to keep their personal information from landing in the wrong hands
“LET’S TALK CREDIT” SEMINAR
10 a.m. Saturday, April 12, 2025
No registration is required. Event location: VerKuilen Building: 21885 Dunham Rd., Clinton Township, MI 48035 Event is open to the public.
Extra Credit Union’s Financial Education team will be presenting at Show Me the Money Day—a FREE financial and community resource fair! Hosted by Michigan State University Extension, Macomb County Health and Community Services, Macomb County Action, and in partnership with the Community Economic Development Association of Michigan (CEDAM), this event promotes access to free financial resources, affordable financial products, and financial education.
Join us at 10 a.m. for our session on establishing and maintaining credit—and feel free to stay for the entire event until 1 p.m.!
VISIT EXTRA CREDIT UNION DURING THE MONTH OF APRIL
FREE COIN MACHINE:
Use the coin machine at our Main Office throughout April and we’ll waive the maintenance fee. This is open to members and not-yet-members.
LOBBY DAY:
Save the date for Friday, April 4! We’ll be hosting a member appreciation day from 9:30 a.m.-noon with informational resources, treats, and giveaways. Stop by our table to enter for your chance to win a money tree valued at $50.* Plus, we’ll have special giveaways and prizes for our youth members, so be sure to bring your little ones! *Members can only enter during member appreciation day. Must be 18 or older to enter.
EXTRA CREDIT UNION ENCOURAGES KIDS TO SAVE:
Open a youth account or make a $5 deposit, and we’ll match it with another $5! Plus, you’ll be entered to win $100!!*
*Includes youth savings and youth money markets. Limit one entry per member. Must be 17 or younger. $100 prize winner will be announced by 5/9/25 and funds will be deposited to youth member’s account. Valid 4/1/25-4/30/25.
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- Quizzes every Friday—chance to win ECU swag and a $25 Target gift card!
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