DES MOINES, IOWA (November 18, 2024) — State Treasurer Roby Smith is celebrating the holidays with an ISave 529 giveaway. "Visit ISave529.com before December 31 and register to win a $5,290 ISave 529 contribution," Treasurer Smith said. "It's the perfect gift that can ensure your child's dreams are as unique as they are."

DES MOINES, IOWA (August 21, 2024) — State Treasurer Roby Smith, a member of the Iowa Centennial Memorial Foundation, announces Christian Baluyut of Clinton is to receive a Robert D Blue scholarship award for the 2024-2025 school year. The Robert D Blue Scholarship, which is given by the Foundation, awarded seven Iowa students based on financial need, an original essay, academic achievement, and recommendations. The recipients represented five Iowa counties.

DES MOINES, IOWA (July 31, 2024) — State Treasurer Roby Smith is recognizing National Purple Heart Day by asking for Iowans' help to reunite a Purple Heart held in Great Iowa Treasure Hunt, the State's program for returning lost and unclaimed property. "I don't think I can adequately put into words the magnitude of emotions I felt holding a Purple Heart for the first time," said Smith.

DES MOINES, IOWA (May 16, 2024) — State Treasurer Roby Smith is sharing how he continues to protect the unclaimed assets of Iowa's citizens and businesses. "Keeping Iowa's money safe is a top priority of mine, which includes assets that have been forgotten or lost by their owner," said Smith. "To add another layer of protection, we've implemented additional Great Iowa Treasure Hunt security features to help us prevent fraudsters from attempting to steal money that isn't theirs."

DES MOINES, IOWA (February 1, 2024) — State Treasurer Roby Smith is joining the National Unclaimed Property Day celebration on February 1. "Returning money to rightful owners and heirs is what Great Iowa Treasure Hunt is all about," said Smith. "National Unclaimed Property Day is the perfect opportunity to raise awareness and encourage Iowans to search for their unclaimed treasure. Clinton County residents have more than $8.4 million waiting to be claimed in Great Iowa Treasure Hunt!"

DES MOINES, IOWA (January 30, 2024) — State Treasurer Roby Smith is joining the National Unclaimed Property Day celebration on February 1. "Returning money to rightful owners and heirs is what Great Iowa Treasure Hunt is all about," said Smith. "National Unclaimed Property Day is the perfect opportunity to raise awareness and encourage Iowans to search for their unclaimed treasure. Scott County residents have more than $24.9 million waiting to be claimed in Great Iowa Treasure Hunt!"

DES MOINES, IOWA (January 9, 2024) — State Treasurer Roby Smith announces the 2024 Robert D Blue Scholarship is open for applications. Applicants must be a current senior or former graduate of any Iowa high school who plans to attend a college or university within the state. Awards are based on financial need, an original essay, academic achievement and recommendations.

DES MOINES, IOWA (December 18, 2023) — State Treasurer Roby Smith is excited to launch the newly re-designed collegesavingsiowa.com. "We gave it a fresh look that focuses on learning, investing, and saving with the College Savings Iowa 529 plan," said Treasurer Smith. "We want future savers to have the tools they need to get started and give resources to help current savers navigate their path.

DES MOINES, IOWA (December 5, 2023) — State Treasurer Roby Smith is reminding Iowans to register for the College Savings Iowa Year-End Giveaway before it ends December 31, 2023. "If you know a child and want to start their education savings or give their existing savings a boost, register to win one of two $5,290 College Savings Iowa account contributions at iowa529contest.com," Sec Smith said.

DES MOINES, IOWA (November 3, 2023) — State Treasurer Roby Smith is celebrating the holidays with a College Savings Iowa giveaway. "Visit Iowa529Contest.com before December 31 and register to win one of two $5,290 College Savings Iowa account contributions," Smith said. "It's not only a gift that requires no wrapping skills, but is also one that is sure to last!"

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