Summer is here, and if you’re already hearing “I’m bored” on repeat, we have something just for you and your kids.
Meet Summer CEO, a free, hands-on activity booklet that helps your child launch their very own little business over summer break. Whether it’s a lemonade stand, a dog-walking service, or a friendship-bracelet empire, your young entrepreneur gets to be the boss while picking up real money skills along the way. And the best part? You get to be right there cheering them on.
The Five Steps to Summer Success
This simple, kid-friendly guide walks your child through everything it takes to start their first business:
- Pick Your Business. Brainstorm what they’re great at or what the neighbors might need, then choose an idea (with your approval, because safety comes first!).
- Make It Official. Name the business and design a logo, with free templates for business cards and flyers.
- The Profit Formula. Learn a simple idea (Revenue, Cost, and Profit) and try it out on their own business.
- Keep Track of What You Earn. Use a fun ledger to record sales and watch the earnings add up.
- Reflect and Celebrate. Look back on the adventure and celebrate a job well done!
Got a Big Idea? Enter the My First Business Challenge!
Once your child has shaped their business plan, they can enter the My First Business Challenge for a chance to win real cash prizes. It’s a wonderful way to encourage big dreams and reward all that hard work.
Get Your Free Summer CEO Booklet
We would love for your family to join in, and grabbing your free copy is easy:
- Download it right here
- Or stop by any branch and pick one up in person
No cost, no catch. Just a fun way to spend time together this summer while planting the seeds of lifelong financial confidence.
At Chief Financial Credit Union, we believe in financial well-being for everyone, and that belief starts early. We can’t wait to see what your young CEO dreams up!