Front row (L-R): Hunter Slack, Olivia Tackett, Bell Mohler, Ella Armstrong and Emily from the Ohio Credit Union League; Second row (L-R): Kim from the Ohio Credit Union League, Jordan Stepp, Tammy, Elaine; Third row: Branden, Vern, Aaron , Tom, Andy, Jerry, Billy, Leslie, John.

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Atomic Credit Union officials recently announced that they have achieved first place in the State of Ohio in their asset category for the Desjardins Youth Financial Education Award, according to a news release.

The Desjardins award, named after credit union pioneer Alphonse Desjardins, recognizes leadership within the credit union movement on behalf of financial literacy for members and nonmembers of all ages. It emphasizes the movement’s longtime commitment to financial education.

“It is a tremendous honor to be recognized for helping youth in our communities with financial education. This unique student-run credit union program is so much fun to be a part of and our team has rapidly increased the program to over 70 schools that we attend on a weekly basis,” said Andy Eisnaugle, director of financial education.

He continued, “I am proud of the work and attention to detail that our staff puts into helping the members. These students are the future and Atomic has established a lifetime commitment to helping them learn basic finances. We have even had the privilege to help several other credit unions with information on how to set up and operate a unique program such as the student-run credit union. Atomic Credit Union is very proud to be one of the top leaders in the State of Ohio in youth financial education.”

Atomic Credit Union serves over 70,000 members at 17 branch locations in southern Ohio and also operates over 70 student-run credit union branches in local area schools. In addition to brick and mortar branches, Atomic offers 24/7 access to customers’ accounts through their Mobile App and Digital Banking.

To learn more about Atomic Credit Union’s youth and financial education programs, visit www.atomiccu.com or call Eisnaugle at 800-652-2328, extension 1265.