National PTA and Mountain America Credit Union Team Up to Help Families Achieve Their Financial Dreams

ALEXANDRIA, VA--(Marketwired - August 08, 2016) - National PTA® is pleased to announce that Mountain America Credit Union has become the association's newest Member Benefit Provider. Through the alliance, all PTA members can join Mountain American Credit Union. The credit union is also offering PTA members and PTAs a cash incentive when they open an account.

Mountain America Credit Union is a member-owned, not-for-profit financial institution that provides a wide range of products and services, including savings and checking accounts, insurance, consumer financing and retirement planning.

"Families need access to tools and information that can help them better understand and take control of their finances," said Laura Bay, president of National PTA. "We are excited to join forces with Mountain America to help families analyze their finances, save money and plan for retirement and other life events to make their financial dreams a reality."

As a Member Benefit Provider of National PTA, Mountain America is offering local PTAs a $100 bonus when they open a nonprofit checking account. PTA members will also receive a $100 bonus from Mountain America Credit Union when they open a personal MyStyle Checking Account.

"For over a century, National PTA has worked to make a difference for the education, health and well-being of every child. This is why we are so enthused to team up with the association. At Mountain America, we are also committed to taking action to make a difference in the lives of others," said Sterling Nielsen, president/CEO of Mountain America. "Our vision is to help members achieve their financial dreams. Those dreams are as varied as our members, yet they all start with learning how to make the most of your money. We look forward to the opportunity to serve PTA members."

For more information about the benefits available to PTA members through Mountain America Credit Union, visit PTA.org/Benefits.

About National PTA

National PTA® comprises millions of families, students, teachers, administrators, and business and community leaders devoted to the educational success of children and the promotion of family engagement in schools. PTA is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit association that prides itself on being a powerful voice for all children, a relevant resource for families and communities, and a strong advocate for public education. Membership in PTA is open to anyone who wants to be involved and make a difference for the education, health and welfare of children and youth.

About Mountain America Credit Union

With roots dating back to the 1930s, Mountain America Credit Union has become one of the foremost financial institutions in the country and the second largest credit union in Utah, with more than $5.6 billion in assets and serving over 600,000 members. The credit union offers a variety of financial products and services for consumers and businesses, including savings accounts, auto loans, checking accounts, business checking, student loans, SBA loans and retirement options. With a vision to help its members achieve their financial dreams, Mountain America delivers unparalleled service, quality, convenience, and education to its members and the community.