Working for
South Carolinians.
Message from the Treasurer
As State Treasurer, I serve South Carolinians in many ways.
I act as the state’s banker, managing, investing and retaining custody of more than $70 billion in public funds for South Carolina State Government. I safeguard more than $950 million in unclaimed property and work hard to return these lost funds to individuals, estates, businesses and more. And I administer the state’s tax-advantaged education and disability savings plans to provide opportunities for financial empowerment for individuals and families.
On behalf of the staff of the State Treasurer’s Office, we appreciate the privilege to serve you.
Curtis Loftis
State Treasurer
South Carolina's Money
Learn how the Treasurer's Office works behind the scenes to keep South Carolina's Government running strong.
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Banking
Providing efficient, accurate and timely banking services, we assist state agencies with banking needs, including managing state depository bank accounts, daily cash-management functions and relationships with bank partners, state entities and public depositories.
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Investments
Overseeing approximately $38.2 billion in assets under management, we safely and effectively invest funds for the state’s agencies, local governments and political subdivisions with the priorities of preserving capital, maintaining liquidity and obtaining the best relative rates of return.
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Debt
Responsible for overseeing debt on behalf of the state, its agencies, institutions and authorities, we work to protect investments, secure the lowest borrowing rates and fees and ensure timely repayment.
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Your Money
From 529 Plans to Unclaimed Property, learn how our programs help South Carolina's citizens.
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Unclaimed Property
It's your money and we want to give it back to you! From old utility deposits to uncashed payroll checks, life insurance proceeds and unredeemed shares of stock, this is the first place you should look for your missing money.
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College Savings
Start saving today! We offer programs to help families save for educational expenses like tuition, books and even room and board. And did we mention your contributions are 100% deductible from your SC state income tax?
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ABLE Savings Program
Tired of being told you can't save money for your future? It's a new day for qualified individuals with disabilities. Palmetto ABLE® accounts allow you to take control of your financial independence.
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Latest News
May 5, 2025
Surprise Checks Coming: State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announces "Palmetto Payback" initiative to return $600,000 in Unclaimed Funds to South Carolinians
Some South Carolinians may find some unexpected cash in their mailboxes this month, thanks to a new initiative from State Treasurer Curtis Loftis. Palmetto Payback is matching qualified unclaimed property to its owner, automatically generating checks without the need for residents to file a claim. The first wave of these payments, totaling more than $600,000, will be arriving in homes this week.
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May 5, 2025
College Savings Tips for New Parents in South Carolina
Scroll through a few TikTok stories on Parenthood or follow a Mom influencer on Instagram, and you’ll quickly learn that the challenges Millennial parents and Gen Z parents face are vastly different than those of their Gen X or Baby Boomer parents. In 2025, harsh judgements and conflicting opinions bring a new element of confusion to parenthood - while increased financial responsibilities ramp up anxiety.
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