From April 17-30, 2023, when you link a new or existing ScholarShare 529 account to your CalKIDS account, you will receive an additional $50 in your CalKIDS account! It’s the perfect opportunity to begin saving for your child’s future and help them achieve their college or career dreams.
$50 minimum balance required in ScholarShare529 account by June 30, 2023. Offer valid for eligible students April 17-30, 2023.
To get started:
Register your CalKIDS account here
Log in to your CalKIDS account and link it to a new or existing ScholarShare 529 account
$50 minimum balance required in ScholarShare529 account by June 30, 2023. Offer valid for eligible students April 17-30, 2023.
*Student eligibility is defined by the Local Control Funding Formula.
Created by the State of California and administered by the ScholarShare Investment Board, CalKIDS is a children’s savings account program that automatically enrolls newborns and eligible low-income public school children, providing free money for college or career training and helping families kickstart their savings.*
ScholarShare 529 is California’s official college savings plan, offering tax benefits on investment earnings and tax-free withdrawals when used for qualified expenses. Funds in a ScholarShare 529 account can be used at any eligible higher education program, including community colleges and trade schools. Together, CalKIDS and ScholarShare 529 can make saving for the future easier than ever. Link your CalKIDS and ScholarShare accounts to view your college savings in one place, and don’t miss this opportunity to receive more free money for college!