Greenlight: The Debit Card for Kids at MSGCU

Join 6+ million parents and kids learning to earn, save, and spend wisely — together. Use the kids' money app and debit card that empowers the next generation.

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Empower Their Independence While Staying in Control

Fuel your family’s financial future. In partnership with Greenlight, we can help your family build strong money habits, making it simple, safe, and rewarding. Kids get independence while you keep peace of mind with spending limits, real-time alerts, and built-in safety features.

Debit Card and Money App. Send money quickly, set flexible controls and get real time notifications.

Chores and Allowance. Assign chores, track progress, and reward effort—helping kids learn to earn and manage money.

Savings Goals. Help them save for what matters most and build strong money habits along the way.

Financial Literacy. Kids play Greenlight Level Up™, the financial literacy game that makes money concepts easy to understand and fun to learn.

FAQs

What is included in my free Greenlight subscription?

Your subscription includes debit cards for up to 5 kids, quick money transfers, spending notifications, chores, automated allowance, the financial literacy game Level Up, and more. Visit Greenlight’s site to learn more about these features.

How do I access my free Greenlight subscription?

MSGCU members can sign up for a free Greenlight subscription on Greenlight’s website. If you’re new to MSGCU or a current Greenlight customer, you’ll also find instructions there for getting your free account.

How much does Greenlight cost?

As a MSGCU member, the Greenlight select plan subscription is free ($69 annual value).

Is there a minimum age?

Greenlight is available to all our members, with no minimum (or maximum) age required.

Can I switch to a free account if I already use Greenlight?

Yes! You can convert your account to the free option in two ways:

In the Greenlight app. Once you add your MSGCU account as a funding source to your Greenlight account, enter your phone number on the landing page. Follow the prompts to be added to the Michigan Schools and Government Credit Union partnership program.

Call Greenlight. Contact Greenlight Support at (888) 483-2645. Select option 3 and say “Partnership” when prompted. Make sure to say “Michigan Schools and Government Credit Union” when asked which partner you are calling about, and you’ll be fast-tracked to the team who can get you switched to the free SELECT account!

^*Michigan Schools & Government Credit Union members are eligible to participate in the Greenlight SELECT program at no cost when their Michigan Schools & Government Credit Union checking account is connected as the Greenlight funding source. Program eligibility is subject to minimum balance requirements and identity verification. Upgrades will result in additional fees. If the program or partnership ends, members will continue to have access to their Greenlight account and will be responsible for any applicable subscription fees moving forward. Program scheduled to end 11/4/2028. See Greenlight terms for details. Program subject to change.

The Greenlight® prepaid card is issued by Community Federal Savings Bank, member FDIC, pursuant to license by Mastercard International.

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Greenlight: The Debit Card for Kids at MSGCU

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