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College-savings essay contest under way
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ATLANTA — Georgia’s Path2College 529 Plan is offering the first-ever “Saving for College Makes a Difference” essay contest, in which families can win $529 toward a college-savings plan.

The winners also will be featured on a billboard.

To enter the “contest, entrants must complete and submit an original essay, no more than 300 words in length, describing how saving for college will make or has made a difference in their lives or the lives of their families.

The contest is open to Georgia residents who are at least 16 years old, but parents and grandparents are encouraged to share stories on behalf of younger children as well. Submitted essays will be judged on originality, creativity and organization. Four entrants will be chosen as winners. The first winner will be selected from all eligible entries Nov. 11, and an additional winner will be selected weekly over the following three weeks.

All essays must be submitted online at www.Path2College529.com by 11:59 p.m. Dec. 2.

Each winner will receive a college savings contribution of $529 and be featured on a billboard in the heart of the Atlanta metropolitan area.

“We always enjoy hearing about the positive impact saving for college has on students and their families, and we are hopeful that some of these amazing stories will inspire other families as they plan for their children’s educational futures,” plan Director Mitch Seabaugh said.

Official contest rules may be found at www.Path2College529.com. No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited.

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