By Jeff Turner
Jan 29, 2021
For the 19th year, Nebraska State Treasurer John Murante and the Omaha Storm Chasers will be sponsoring the “Why I Want to Go to College” writing sweepstakes, with entries due Thursday, April 1, 2021.
Prizes will be awarded to 12 winners in seventh and eighth grades who will receive contributions to the Nebraska Educational Savings Trust (NEST) college savings accounts – including $2,000 for first place, $1,000 for second place, and $500 for third place. Three winners will be chosen from each of Nebraska’s three congressional districts, and three winners will be chosen from outside Nebraska.
Each Nebraska winner will receive four tickets to an upcoming Storm Chasers game at Werner Park in Papillion at where they will be recognized during a brief ceremony.
(LINCOLN, Neb.) Today, State Treasurer John Murante encouraged Nebraskans to consider opening a Nebraska Educational Savings Trust (NEST 529) Direct College Savings account for a loved one this holiday season.
“Now is a great time to invest in the educational future of your child, grandchild, or other family members. Gifts such as a NEST529 account can make a difference for a lifetime,” Murante said.
As the holiday season approaches, Murante encouraged Nebraskans to take advantage of NEST 529’s state income tax benefits. Account Owners in Nebraska are eligible for an annual state income tax deduction of up to $10,000 for NEST 529 contributions, or $5,000 per spouse if filing separately.
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