Investing in Children’s Future: The Potential Behind Illinois 529s

Resource Overview

This presentation provides an overview of Illinois’ 529 College Savings Program – Bright Start. It includes proposals for modifying the Bright Start program in a way that would increase access and take-up rates around low-income families and communities of color. Presented by Tim Mudd of Heartland Alliance during the 2010 IABG Conference.

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