State Treasurer Roby Smith is celebrating the second annual National ABLE (Achieving a Better Life Experience) Savings Day on August 14 by promoting IAble, Iowa’s ABLE savings plan. The goal of the annual savings day is to raise awareness for programs like IAble and the benefits they have for eligible...
Heading to the Iowa State Fair? Be sure to stop by the Varied Industries Building from August 7–17. State Treasurer Roby Smith encourages fairgoers to check out two booths that could put money in your pocket or help a child in your life. Visitors can search their name and favorite...
As families across the country approach the end of summer and prepare for the upcoming school year, State Treasurer Roby Smith is reminding individuals there’s no better time than now to invest in a child’s future. This July, ISave 529 is encouraging families to take advantage of the many benefits...
July marks Disability Pride Month and State Treasurer Roby Smith is taking the opportunity to spotlight IAble, Iowa’s Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) plan while recognizing the valuable contributions of individuals with disabilities. “People living with disabilities are a vital part of our society,” said Treasurer Smith. “Disability Pride...
As Iowa ballfields fill with the sounds of summer cheers and the crack of bats, State Treasurer Roby Smith is encouraging Iowa families to think beyond the game and take a step toward a child’s future by opening and investing in an ISave 529 account. “Whether it’s T-ball, soccer, softball...
In celebration of 529 Day, State Treasurer Roby Smith began a new a social media campaign to raise awareness for the ISave 529 plan, and encourage families to take a step toward planning for their children’s future by opening and contributing to ISave 529. “Whether your child is still in...
State Treasurer Roby Smith announced a reduction of the minimum contribution limit to an IAble (Iowa’s Achieving a Better Life Experience) account to $1, effective immediately. This change gives eligible individuals with a disability easier access to contribute to an account and begin saving money while protecting means-tested benefits. “Investing looks...
Individuals and businesses across the state who have previously lived or currently live on Main Street may have money to claim in Great Iowa Treasure Hunt. State Treasurer Roby Smith is raising awareness ahead of farmer’s market and sidewalk sale season for everyone to check GreatIowaTreasureHunt.gov to see if they...
Who said Easter egg hunts are just for kids? Treasurer Roby Smith is encouraging Iowans to search GreatIowaTreasureHunt.gov ahead of the Easter holiday weekend to see if they have “Easter eggs” to be found. “Spring is in the air, and Great Iowa Treasure Hunt is inviting all Iowans to embark...
Iowa Treasurer Roby Smith is reminding soon-to-be and former graduates of any Iowa high school who plan to pursue post-secondary education in Iowa, there is still time to apply for the Robert D. Blue Scholarship. Awards are based on financial need, an original essay, academic achievement and letters of recommendation....
