The NCUF noted that as a result of the AFN contract BizKid$ would reach Department of Defense personnel and their families at bases in 175 countries, as well as 140 U.S. Navy ships at sea.

“AFN broadcasts the most popular American radio and television programs from all the major networks and is a service of the American Forces Radio and Television Service,” said NCUF.

NCUF oversees fundraising, outreach and administrative responsibilities of BizKid$, which started its fifth season in January. The episodes, now going into syndication, have been produced in Seattle studios. Over the past six years, more than 290 credit unions and affiliated organizations have raised more than $13.2 million that has supported the show's production, website and curriculum, said NCUF.

“In fact, every BizKid$ episode begins and ends with a narrator reminding viewers that: Production funding for BizKid$ is provided by America's Credit Unions, where people are worth more than money,” said NCUF.

“As a veteran who served overseas I know how important it is for members of our military to be able to watch American television through AFN on their off time,” said Christopher Morris, NCUF director of communications and former U.S. Army member. “It's also critically important for service members and their children to better understand their finances and achieve financial freedom. Thus BizKid$ is a great fit for this new audience.”