Illinois State Treasurer’s Office News Releases
Treasurer Frerichs Invites Nonprofits to Apply for $200,000 in Grants Available Through Charitable Trust Program
SPRINGFIELD — Small nonprofits that provide people with food or workforce and economic development assistance are encouraged to apply for funding through the Charitable Trust Stabilization Program, Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs said today. Grant applications will be accepted through March 31. “The Charitable Trust program offers an excellent opportunity for small non-profit organizations to have an even greater impact on the people they serve,” said Frerichs, whose office manages the program. “These grants will play an important role in helping organizations to fulfill their missions of feeding, employing, and…
Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs Schedules Online Auction of Unclaimed Property for February 6-10
SPRINGFIELD — Collectible coins, sports cards and jewelry are among the more than 400 unclaimed property items to be auctioned online from February 6 through February 10. “The online auction provides a perfect opportunity for people to explore and acquire memorable items for themselves or for others who will appreciate them as gifts,” said Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs, whose office oversees unclaimed property in Illinois. “Because the auction is online, you can participate from your home or wherever you like.” Items to be auctioned include a 14-karat gold charm…