3rd Annual Essay Contest – Thank You!

I Got Bank book by Teri Williams.

Thanks For Your Support and Participation!

OneUnited Bank would like to thank all who participated in the 3rd Annual “I Got Bank!” Essay Contest for Youth.

We will read all essays that have been submitted. Winners will be selected by OneUnited Bank in our sole discretion. We will be announcing winners by July 31, 2013. Three (3) winners will receive a $1,000 savings account by August 31, 2013 (with cooperation from parents). No purchase required. Awards are subject to 1099 reporting.

We continue to be inspired by our children and encouraged by everyone’s support for teaching financial literacy to our youth!

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