(Council Bluffs, IA) — A two-year-old in western Iowa is getting 10-thousand dollars to save for college. two-year-old Oliver Smith of Council Bluffs is getting set up for his future after getting the funds from State Treasurer Michael Fitzgerald. The winnings is part of the 2022 September College Savings Month Giveaway. The state treasurer’s office is partnering with College Savings Iowa to give away ten thousand dollars to celebrate College Savings Month. College Savings Iowa is a tax-advantaged way for Iowans to save for education. More information about the plan can be found on their website.
Council Bluffs 2-year-old given $10,000 by Iowa State Treasurer Fitzgerald to save for college
By Tom Robinson
Oct 20, 2022 | 7:01 AM
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