Education Finance Council

05/29/2025

EFC member VSAC reminds students and families of the benefits of saving for postsecondary education through a VT529 account. Read more at their link below about simple, but effective ways families can start and continue the savings process.

Discover 9 simple ways to save for education without disrupting your lifestyle. Learn how small habits can grow your VT529 college savings plan faster.

05/29/2025

The Minnesota Office of Higher Education administers the Minnesota 529 College Savings Plan. On 529 Day, this EFC member offers students and families a $50 bonus when opening a MNSAVES account until May 31.

02/05/2025

EFC President daMota recently sat down with education thought leader Hayley Spira-Bauer to raise awareness about EFC members and how they help students plan and pay for college. The two talk about the importance of completing the FAFSA, maximizing scholarship opportunities, and finding free expert advice from impartial experts. Give this podcast a listen to learn more about how our members empower student success.

🎙️ Gail daMota, President of the Education Finance Council, joins the Learning Can’t Wait Podcast to discuss how students and families can navigate the financial complexities of higher education. From filling out the FAFSA to avoiding high-interest loans, this episode is packed with actionable advice that can make a real difference for students aiming for post-secondary success.

01/24/2025

🏈 The college football playoffs might be over, but it’s not too late to score BIG! 🏆 Enter EFC's College Bowl Sweepstakes by February 3 for a chance to win $529 to the 529 college savings plan of your choice. 🎉 Don’t miss out — head to efc.org/football-social now!

There are dozens of state-based and nonprofit organizations across the country dedicated to helping families plan and pay for college. Our members' experts have the free tools and resources people need to take the next step in their higher education journey.

As we kickoff the final rounds of the college football playoffs and celebrate the New Year, we encourage you to learn more about our mission-driven members and how they empower student success.

We are excited to start 2025 off strong by announcing our first-ever sweepstakes giveaway. Enter today for a chance to win $529 for your 529 college savings plan. Make sure to share this opportunity with your friends who are interested in pursuing higher education in the future!

Learn more at: efc.org/football-social

01/02/2025

There are dozens of state-based and nonprofit organizations across the country dedicated to helping families plan and pay for college. Our members' experts have the free tools and resources people need to take the next step in their higher education journey.

As we kickoff the final rounds of the college football playoffs and celebrate the New Year, we encourage you to learn more about our mission-driven members and how they empower student success.

We are excited to start 2025 off strong by announcing our first-ever sweepstakes giveaway. Enter today for a chance to win $529 for your 529 college savings plan. Make sure to share this opportunity with your friends who are interested in pursuing higher education in the future!

Learn more at: efc.org/football-social