This week is National Apprenticeship Week, a celebration that showcases the successes and value of Registered Apprenticeship for rebuilding our economy. I I spoke with WTVR CBS 6 Richmond about how the expanded approved uses of 529 accounts can fund new opportunities! snip.ly/0pgrlq

Many families mistakenly assume they won’t qualify for financial aid. Others consider it too complicated. I recently spoke w/Jessica Dickler from CNBC about the updated #FAFSA app. snip.ly/7320tk

There's still time --- and positive financial implications --- for families who start to save in a 529 this month. I recently spoke with The Morning Pulse about taking advantage of year-end opportunities & setting the stage for a financially secure future. youtu.be/0s3H78Ejhxk

This is a great article featuring Vivian Tsai/College Savings Fndn in the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette about how parents are warming up to the idea of e-gifts for their children’s education. snip.ly/mz7k8k

Thanks to state partners like Virginia Tax for spreading the word to Virginia businesses about RetirePath Virginia and the upcoming registration deadline.

The game might be ending, but you can still win! Enter the "Tuition Touchdown Giveaway" for a chance to win a free year of college tuition with Invest529. virginia529.com/tuition/

Today, Invest529 stands in solidarity with women worldwide for #InternationalWomensDay. Equity via educational accessibility & affordability for all is fundamental to our mission. Let's inspire inclusion & drive recognition for the contributions of women everywhere. #IWD2024

Helping young Virginians from slipping through education access gaps helps them reach their potential, achieve personal financial wellness, & makes for a more robust state economy. Had a great time talking with WSLS 10 about ed access in Virginia snip.ly/nlokcz

I recently spoke w/ Cheryl Winokur Munk at The Wall Street Journal about how unused 529 funds can be rolled into Roth IRAs. This ties together two things people worry about the most—college & retirement —in a tax-advantaged way. snip.ly/0faysu

If you're a parent who's sending a child to college in the fall, chances are you've got some questions about funding their education! I recently got the chance to talk financial aid with WSLS 10 snip.ly/ldfise

.Virginia CAC is offering free virtual #FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) assistance appointments to any high school senior in Virginia through June 28, 2024. Learn more at at.virginia.edu/FAFSA.

Becoming CEO of @virginia529 has been the best thing that's ever happened in my career. I'm a firm advocate of helping students find the educational path right for them, a philosophy that Virginia529 champions. Thank you William & Mary for the feature! snip.ly/w3y8qa

Tomorrow (8/14) marks the 1st #ABLESavingsDay, organized by National Association of State Treasurers to promote financial empowerment for people with disabilities. Read my latest column in Forbes Finance Council about how ABLE accounts provide a pathway to financial security. forbes.com/councils/forbe…

Empowering Financial Independence: Celebrating ABLE Savings Day hubs.li/Q02LbtrL0 Written by Mary G. Morris of @virginia529

It's official, parents are reprioritizing saving for higher ed. Thank you Jessica Dickler for writing this CNBC piece about how families are increasingly taking advantage of 529 college savings plans. shorturl.at/W9Ais

As students return to campus amid rising food costs, it's crucial to consider how 529s can provide more than just tuition support. 529s cover essentials like meal plans & groceries, ensuring students can focus on their studies rather than their next meal. rb.gy/3lnm6j

Closing The Retirement Saving Gap: The Power Of State Auto-IRAs hubs.li/Q02Yl3j70 Written by Mary G. Morris of @virginia529

We know families worry about saving in a 529 account because the future seems so far off. Thank you WDBJ7 for inviting me on to talk about the flexible uses of a 529 account, including apprenticeship programs and Roth IRA rollovers shorturl.at/8hSw7