Help families in your community make a plan

You can tell people in your community about the importance of saving for college and the benefits of the Direct Plan.

Spread the word

Educating your constituents about the importance of saving for higher education can be woven into your meetings, information fairs, and other events. We have a number of resources to assist you in sharing this important message.

Support from representatives

Our local plan representatives are a valuable information resource. These knowledgeable professionals can answer questions that community members might have on saving for higher education. You can call on a Direct Plan representative to:

  • Lead workshops on saving for higher education.
  • Speak at meetings.
  • Staff a table at a community fair to promote saving for higher education.
  • Discuss 529 plans at other events your organization sponsors.

Access to outreach tools

Our Community Kit materials can help you and your organization spread the word about saving for higher education with the Direct Plan.

Learn more

Find out more about how the Direct Plan can help you educate your community about saving for higher education.

Call us

Talk to one of our education savings specialists at 800-420-8580 on business days from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m., Eastern time.

Email us

Write us at employer@nysaves.org.

Invite us

Complete an online request to have a Direct Plan representative participate in your community event.