Illinois State Treasurer’s Office News Releases

SPRINGFIELD — State Treasurer Michael Frerichs is encouraging young Illinois photographers to submit photos for the 2023 Cream of the Crop Photo Contest so they can be eligible to receive scholarship prize money. The contest, for students ages 8 to 18, offers an opportunity for young people to display their skills and imagination to highlight agriculture in our state. The Treasurer’s Office is accepting electronic submissions for the contest until the entry deadline of June 12. Bright Start scholarship funds will be awarded to the top winners in each of…

SPRINGFIELD — Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs is encouraging families to open an Illinois 529 college savings plan or make an additional contribution in honor of the upcoming date of May 29, known as 529 Day and National College Savings Day. Frerichs’ office is also working with Illinois museums to create special opportunities for families to learn more about college savings plans and to visit the museums at a discounted price. “Opening a college savings account and making contributions are great ways to send positive messages to young people. If…