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Illinois State Treasurer’s Office Programs

The Illinois State Treasurer’s Office provides programs and resources to help individuals and families build a stronger financial future. Whether you are saving for education, planning for retirement, managing everyday finances, supporting a person with a disability, or searching for unclaimed property, the Office can connect you with practical tools and trusted assistance.

April is Financial Literacy Month

Financial Literacy Month connects Illinois residents with free activities and resources that make learning about money practical and engaging. Programs help participants strengthen skills and make more informed financial decisions.

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College Savings Programs

College savings programs help families prepare for future education expenses through flexible, tax-advantaged 529 plans. Savings can be used for eligible costs at colleges, universities, and vocational or trade schools.

Compare 529 College Savings Plans

Estate Tax Payments

The Treasurer’s Office accepts Illinois estate tax payments and assists with questions about payment processing. Payments can be submitted online for greater speed and convenience.

Pay Illinois Estate Tax Online

Fallen Heroes College Scholarship

A scholarship program that honors Illinois emergency responders who gave their lives in service to our country and helps preserve their legacy for future generations through education.

View Fallen Heroes Scholarship Details

Financial Literacy Resources for Parents and Teachers

Practical tools help parents and teachers introduce children and students to saving, budgeting, credit, and other essential money-management skills.

Access Financial Education Tools

Financial Wellness

Financial wellness resources help Illinois residents build healthy financial habits, reduce financial stress, and plan for the future. Explore information and tools to manage everyday finances and work toward long-term goals.

Strengthen Your Financial Wellness

FinWell Hub

Free financial education tools and resources to help Illinois residents build money skills, plan ahead, and make informed financial decisions.

Start Learning with the FinWell Hub

iCASH Unclaimed Property

Search the State Treasurer’s unclaimed property database to see if money or property is waiting to be returned to you. One in four people who search discover unclaimed property.

Search for unclaimed property with I-CASH

Illinois ABLE

IL ABLE helps eligible people with disabilities save and invest for qualified expenses while supporting greater financial independence. Account earnings and qualified withdrawals receive valuable tax advantages.

Discover IL ABLE Savings Benefits

Illinois Student Empowerment Fund

A program designed to help reduce student debt and expand access to education and career opportunities through low-cost loans.

Learn how the Student Empowerment Fund reduces student debt

My Illinois Savings

An easy way for Illinois workers to save for retirement through a simple, portable retirement savings account.

Start saving for retirement with My Illinois Savings

Operation Purple Heart

A program that honors Illinois veterans by returning Purple Heart medals awarded for their courage, sacrifice, and service to our country.

Learn about Operation Purple Heart

Resources on Saving and Paying for Education

Find resources and financial planning tools to help prepare for education at a university, community college, or trade school. Explore options for saving, paying, and making informed college decisions.

Plan for College and Career Training