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Treasurer Frerichs Awarded ESGR Patriot Award for Commitment to Illinois Veterans

SPRINGFIELD — Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs was presented today the Patriot Award for his commitment to military service member employees. Lieutenant Colonel Loren Easter and Randy Eastman of the Illinois Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve presented the award at a ceremony at the Illinois State Capitol today. “It is a great honor to receive this award. The men and women in our armed forces, and their families, sacrifice a great deal in order that we sleep safely,” Frerichs said. “I strongly encourage all employers to recognize the special…

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Applications Now Being Accepted From Small Non-Profits For Treasurer Frerichs’ Charitable Trust Grant Program

SPRINGFIELD — Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs today encouraged small non-profit organizations to apply for Charitable Trust Stabilization Fund grants. “Charitable Trust provides a great opportunity for small non-profits to apply for funding to keep their organizations thriving,” Frerichs said. “I am proud of the success of the program and have seen first-hand the positive impact in communities throughout the state.” The Charitable Trust Stabilization Fund assists small non-profits with annual budgets of $1 million or less. Money comes from filing fees non-profits pay when incorporating in the state of…

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Treasurer Frerichs to Serve as Chair of National College Savings Organization

SPRINGFIELD — Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs today will preside over his first meeting as Chair of the College Savings Plans Network (CSPN), a leading objective source of information about Section 529 college savings plans and prepaid tuition plans. Frerichs oversees Illinois’ two 529 College Savings Programs, Bright Start and Bright Directions, both have earned top rankings and considered among the best in the nation by Morningstar. “It is an honor to serve in this role to help shape policy and promote the benefits of higher education on a national…

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