TREASURER RUSSELL URGES CONNECTICUT RESIDENTS TO VISIT CTBIGLIST.GOV TO RECLAIM LOST FUNDS ON FEBRUARY 1, NATIONAL UNCLAIMED PROPERTY DAY

01/28/2026

TREASURER RUSSELL URGES CONNECTICUT RESIDENTS TO VISIT CTBIGLIST.GOV TO RECLAIM LOST FUNDS ON FEBRUARY 1, NATIONAL UNCLAIMED PROPERTY DAY

HARTFORD, Connecticut - The sixth annual "National Unclaimed Property Day" will be observed on Sunday, February 1. On that day, people around the country are reminded to check state and national databases to see if they have money or other unclaimed property. Connecticut's Unclaimed Property program is managed by the state Treasurer's office. Potential unclaimed property owners can visit CTBigList.gov to search for money that belongs to them.

"Unclaimed property is money that belongs to you but may have been lost or forgotten along the way-things like uncashed paychecks, utility deposits, insurance proceeds, or old bank accounts," said Treasurer Erick Russell. "In Connecticut alone, we're holding more than $1 billion in unclaimed property that we want to return to rightful owners. And this isn't just individuals-nonprofits, schools, small businesses, even cities and towns may have money waiting."

As part of his support for National Unclaimed Property Day, Treasurer Russell contributed content to the live Unclaimed Property Search-A-Thon hosted by the National Association of Unclaimed Property Administrators (NAUPA) from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. ET today, Wednesday, January 28. The program will be streamed live at www.facebook.com/share/1D8jkcS9GB with discussions and tutorials about easy, free ways to search for unclaimed property in Connecticut and nationwide.

Through its partnership with NAUPA, Connecticut also participates in a nationwide unclaimed property lookup tool, MissingMoney.com, that allows users to search for funds in multiple states. NAUPA estimates that one in seven Americans have unclaimed property, with more than $4 billion returned to rightful owners annually.

Connecticut has returned more than $1.2 billion to rightful owners through its unclaimed property program. Technology and process improvements put in place in recent years have resulted in a smoother claims process and faster results. In Fiscal Year 2025, Connecticut's Unclaimed Property Program returned a record $120.9 million to nearly 60,000 rightful owners.

"While there is no time limit to claim your funds, I encourage everyone to make searching for unclaimed property part of your annual financial routine," said Treasurer Russell. "Whether it's your birthday, Tax Day, or National Unclaimed Property Day, find time at least once a year to search your name on CTBigList.gov and claim what's yours."

For more information, or to search for unclaimed property, visitCTBigList.gov.

About the Office of the Treasurer

The Office of the Treasurer is charged with safeguarding Connecticut's financial resources through prudent cash and debt management, with the State Treasurer serving as principal fiduciary for six state pension and twelve state trust funds. Additionally, the Office enhances the state's fiscal stability through programs promoting financial literacy and college savings, and it leverages business partnerships to support the advancement of Connecticut's social and policy priorities. The Office is led by State Treasurer Erick Russell, the first Black out LGBTQ person to win an election for statewide office in American history. Visit: Connecticut Office of the Treasurer Erick Russell.

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