Illinois State Treasurer’s Office News Releases

SPRINGFIELD — Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs today reminded small non-profit organizations that provide food and housing assistance to apply for funding through the Charitable Trust Stabilization Program. “Applications are rolling in, but we want to make sure all eligible non-profits have a chance to apply for this grant funding,” Frerichs said. “We want to do our part to help provide the resources for these non- profits to do what they do best, help people, especially during these tough economic times.” The Charitable Trust Stabilization Fund assists small non-profits with…

Los Angeles — September 3, 2020 – The Milken Institute today released a new report finding that a significant number of student loan borrowers have been left in worse financial condition than before they enrolled. Published in collaboration with the Illinois State Treasurer’s Office, the report uses Illinois as a case study to examine the state of higher education across the country and offers a series of financing options to address this trend. “Nearly 45 million student loan borrowers owe on average $32,721, for a total of $1.56 trillion,” explained…

SPRINGFIELD — Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs today announced the winners of the 2020 Cream of the Crop Photo Contest. The annual contest encourages young photographers to explore and take photos that share their vision of agriculture in our state. “Illinois is a proud leader in agriculture serving people all around the world,” Frerichs said. “Thank you to all the children and young adults who participated in this contest, giving us a glimpse of Illinois farms, animals, and rich culture through your eyes.” Winning photo entries can be viewed here.…