Why April 5th Is An Important Day For Kids In Rockford, Illinois

For one day only, the Discovery Center Museum in Rockford, Illinois is teaming up with the Illinois State Treasurer's Office, and offering admission passes for just $5.29.

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We've been talking about having a budget-friendly April, and that means finding every way to still have fun while saving as much as you can!  Well, that opportunity is here.

On Saturday, April 5th from 9:30AM to 4:30PM, kids can get access to the Discovery Center for just $5.29 and the first 400 kids will receive a piggy bank they can decorate and take home!  This is a way to spread the word that it's the perfect time to start saving for your child's future.

Why April 5th Is An Important Day For Kids In Rockford, Illinois

Sometimes, parents, especially new parents, don't know when to start saving for their child's college fund.  Parenthood doesn't come with a handbook, so giving families an outlet and resources to prepare early is amazing!

“The best time to start saving for college is yesterday. The second-best time to start saving is today,” Frerichs said. “If a child knows they have a college savings plan, they are three times more likely to attend college. We hope parents will walk away from this event learning about the importance of saving at an early age. By saving with a Bright Start 529 plan, families can prepare for the cost of higher education.”

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I wish opportunities like this existed when my parents were trying to figure out college for me and my two siblings.  They always wanted to know they were making the right decisions and necessary steps to give us a successful future.  They did the best they could, but taking advantage of events like this is always even more helpful!

Find out how you can spend little to nothing this April and still make tons of memories with your kiddos. Details here.