Ten lucky winners will be drawn at random. Each winner will receive a $500 contribution to a Bright Start 529 college savings account. Additionally, Bright Start will give away up to $500 in school supplies to the Illinois Public or Private grade K – 8 school listed on the winners’ entry. This contest ends April 30, 2010. Read official contest rules.

  
 
   
   

Employ Illinois gives business owners access to capital to start or enhance their businesses with the help of low- interest rate loans.

Opportunity Illinois backs low-interest loans to consumers and community development agencies to improve the quality of life in Illinois.

Cultivate Illinois helps farmers offset the rising cost of farming and encourages green business development.
Money Market Fund allows local government entities to pool their investments to gain a higher rate of return for their residents.
Online bill paying gives people with busy schedules a quick and convenient way to pay government bills and fees.