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ScholarShare 529 – 2020 Matching Grant Program

State Treasurer's Office
Closed
Application Opens TBD
Deadline TBD
Geography The applicant must be a California resident at the time of enrollment into the Program.
Eligible Applicants
individual

Overview

Nothing has a bigger impact on the professional success and upward economic mobility of young people than a higher education. But, for many families, the dream of sending their children to college has climbed beyond reach as costs and student loan debt skyrocket. That’s why ScholarShare 529, California’s state-sponsored 529 college savings plan, is offering eligible families a matching grant to help kickstart the college planning process. ScholarShare 529, California’s college savings plan, is offering a matching grant to help families make the most of their college savings. Eligible families, who apply online and open a new ScholarShare 529 account between February 1, 2020 and December 31, 2020, will receive a dollar-for-dollar match up to $200! Plus, families who establish recurring...

Funding Information

$100,000

Eligibility Requirements

  • Expected number of awards: Dependant on number of submissions received, application process, etc.

Contact Information

Email:

Phone: 916-651-6380

Next Steps

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Data Source & Verification

Last Verified: Jan 11, 2026, 1:38 AM
Important: Always verify current details directly on the official grant website before applying.