Treasurer Stacy Garrity: Celebrate Graduation by Giving the Gift of Education with PA 529

Harrisburg, PA - Pennsylvania Treasurer Stacy Garrity today encouraged friends and family members to celebrate this year's high school graduates with gift contributions to their favorite student's PA 529 College and Career Savings Program - which is now even easier through PA 529 gift cards available for purchase at Turkey Hill stores.

"Graduation season is an exciting time for students and families as they look ahead to the next chapter. A contribution to a PA 529 account, is a great way to help students celebrate this milestone and prepare for whatever path they choose after high school - whether that's college, technical training, an apprenticeship or credential program."

Since taking office, Treasurer Garrity has cut PA 529 fees numerous times, resulting in over $22 million in savings for Pennsylvania families.

Through Treasury's partnership with Gift of College, gift givers can purchase PA 529 gift cards for special occasions like graduations, birthdays and holidays. Families and friends can also make online contributions directly to a PA 529 account using Ugift, an online gifting platform that allows friends and family to securely contribute to a PA 529 account. Gift contributions may be deducted from gift giver's Pennsylvania state income tax.

In addition to the online gift store, PA 529 gift cards are now available for purchase at Turkey Hill locations across Pennsylvania, making it even easier to give the gift of education. Physical PA 529 gift cards will also become available at additional retailers later this year.

There are two plans to choose from, the PA 529 Guaranteed Savings Plan (GSP) and the PA 529 Investment Plan. The PA 529 GSP lets families save at today's tuition rates to cover tomorrow's tuition costs. The Morningstar Gold-Rated PA 529 IP has multiple investment options to choose from and returns tied to financial markets.

There are two plans to choose from, the PA 529 Guaranteed Savings Plan (GSP) and the PA 529 Investment Plan. The PA 529 GSP lets families save at today's tuition rates to cover tomorrow's tuition costs. The Morningstar Gold-Rated PA 529 IP has multiple investment options to choose from and returns tied to financial markets.

Visit pa529.com to learn more about saving with PA 529 and pa529.com/gift for additional information about purchasing and redeeming PA 529 gift cards and making online Ugift contributions.

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