December 4, 2024

Bite of Reality - Learn, Play & Earn $100

Get ready to take control of your financial future with the Bite of Reality. We're making financial education exciting with an interactive simulation game for high school students. And here's the best part – you can earn $100 just for participating and completing a few simple steps!

What’s in it for You?

$100 Bonus
Fun, guided learning through financial courses
A hands-on experience with real-world money decisions
Your very own Sun Checking account

Here’s How to Get Your $100!

1. Become a New Sun Member

Open a Sun checking account by:

December 31, 2024 – Imperial High School
March 31, 2025 – Central Union High School
April 30, 2025 – Holtville High School
May 31, 2025 – Brawley High School
June 30, 2025 – Rancho Mirage High School
June 30, 2025 – Nova Academy
June 30, 2025 – CET Coachella

2. Make 10+ Debit Card Transactions‍

Create a New Account Use your Sun debit card for 10 or more transactions within 90 days of opening your account.

3. Complete 3 Financial Courses

Visit the Financial Wellnes Center or the Teens Wellness Page (High School students)
Create a New Account
Complete 3 financial courses within the same 90-day window.

When you’ve completed all the steps, we’ll deposit $100 into your checking account by:

April 30, 2025 – Imperial High School
July 31, 2025 – Central Union High School
August 31, 2025 – Holtville High School
September 30, 2025 – Brawley High School
October 31, 2025 - Rancho Mirage High School, Nova Academy, CET Coachella

This isn’t just about hitting goals – you’ll walk away knowing how to manage money smarter. The Bite of Reality program will teach you the tools to budget, save, and spend wisely. Plus, what’s better than getting rewarded while you learn?

Take the First Step Today!

Visit the Financial Wellness Center or the Teens Wellness Page to get started.

Select a course & sign up for your account.
Complete at least 3 courses to hone your financial skills.
Open your checking account and start moving toward your $100 bonus!

Start your Bite of Reality journey now – earn, learn, and thrive!

ChatGPT said:

This promotion is valid for High School students who participated in the Bite of Reality program. To be eligible for a $100 bonus, you must become a New Sun Community Member with a Checking account between December 4 and December 31, 2024, for Imperial High School students; between February 13 and March 31, 2025, for Central Union High School students; between March 13 and April 30, 2025, for Holtville High School students; between April 10 and May 31, 2025, for Brawley High School students; between May 21 and June 30, 2025, for Rancho Mirage High School students; between May 20 and June 30, 2025, for Nova Academy students; and between May 30 and June 30, 2025, for CET Coachella students. Must complete at least 10 debit card transactions and finish 3 courses from our Financial Wellness Resource Center within 90 days of opening your account. Courses must be completed under your account login to receive credit. Once eligible, a $100 bonus will be deposited into your Sun Community Checking account by April 30, 2025, for Imperial High School; by July 31, 2025, for Central Union High School; by August 31, 2025, for Holtville High School; by September 30, 2025, for Brawley High School; and by October 31, 2025, for Rancho Mirage High School, Nova Academy, and CET Coachella. The bonus may be subject to a 1099-INT IRS form. For further information, contact a Sun Community Representative.

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