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Wednesday, November 12, 2025
 News & updates from Iowa's unclaimed property.
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A Note from the Treasurer
As we wrap up another year, I’m reminded some of life’s best surprises come when we least expect them. For many Iowans, one of those surprises is discovering unclaimed property through Great Iowa Treasure Hunt. Whether it’s a forgotten savings or checking account, funds left in a digital payment service, uncashed checks or items from a safe deposit box, these hidden treasures are waiting to be reunited with their rightful owners.
In this newsletter, we’re highlighting harvest-inspired names and honoring veterans - each story being a reminder that unclaimed property touches every corner of Iowa. We’ll also share tips for keeping your contact information current, so your money stays with you. Plus, don’t miss the chance to explore other programs from my office, like IAble® and ISave 529™.
Roby Smith
Iowa State Treasurer
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Harvest Your Hidden Treasure
Fall is the perfect season to rake in something extra - like unclaimed funds! Just as farmers gather their crops, you can gather hidden treasures. Here are a few examples of businesses with unclaimed money ready to be ‘harvested’ this season:
 Apple Agency, Cedar Rapids; Apple Barn, Lenox;
Golden Memories, Bedforn;
Maple Leaf Apartment, West Des Moines; Maple Grove, West Des Moines; Community Harvest, Ankeny;
Harvest Inc, Sioux City; Harvest Moon, Dallas Center; Embrace the Harvest, Cedar Rapids;
Charles Leaf, Des Moines;
Leaf Equipment Co., Cedar Rapids; Autumn Brooks, Stockport; Maple Leaf Tavern, Burlington; Angel Leaf, Ottumwa
Not on this list? Don’t worry - there may be a treasure waiting for you. Search today and see if anything belongs to you.
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Have you had unclaimed property before? With new names added regularly, it might be time to search again! More than $71.7 million has been added to Great Iowa Treasure Hunt in the past few months and you might be one. Search for unclaimed property at GreatIowaTreasureHunt.gov. |
Honoring Those Who Served…and Their Hidden Treasure
This November, we pause to honor the service and sacrifice of our nation’s veterans. Their dedication protects the freedoms we enjoy every day. One small way we can give back is by helping ensure no veteran misses out on unclaimed money belonging to them.
From uncashed checks and forgotten bank accounts — even war medals found in safe deposit boxes — these hidden treasures may be waiting for the men and women who gave so much to our country.
If you or someone you know has served, take a moment to search for unclaimed property at GreatIowaTreasureHunt.gov. It only takes a minute, and it’s a simple way to say “thank you” by making sure our veterans receive what’s rightfully theirs.
 From left to right: Dog tags, Good Conduct Medal with service ribbons in holding for Russell S Lindsay of Davenport; World War II Victory Medal in holding Martha Celia Stehn of Des Moines; Army Commendation Medal (ARCOM) set in holding for Teresa Strode of Centerville
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Keep Your Information Up-to-Date
A common reason money ends up in Great Iowa Treasure Hunt is because of something simple, like a misspelled name or an outdated address. Each year, my office receives millions of dollars in unclaimed property for reasons just like these.
The good news: you can take steps to keep your money where it belongs. Start by reviewing your financial accounts regularly — checking, savings, retirement and beyond. Then, don’t forget about your credit history and credit score. Reviewing your credit reports often helps you spot errors, correct outdated information and watch for signs of fraud. Free reports from Equifax, Experian and TransUnion are available year-round at AnnualCreditReport.com.
Staying on top of your accounts gives you a clearer picture of your finances and can help protect your assets.
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As Treasurer, one of my priorities is making sure every Iowan has the tools to protect and invest their money. While Great Iowa Treasure Hunt reunites Iowans with forgotten assets, my office also administers two programs that can help you plan for the future.
IAble is Iowa’s ABLE savings plan, which empowers individuals with disabilities to save for essential expenses - without affecting critical benefits like Medicaid, SSI, SNAP, HUD and FAFSA.
ISave 529 is a tax-advantaged savings plan helping families prepare for education costs. Whether the child in your life chooses a four-year university, community college, apprenticeship program or technical school, these funds can support their future goals.
If you discover unclaimed money through Great Iowa Treasure Hunt, you can use those funds to open or contribute to an IAble or ISave 529 account. It’s one of the simplest ways to turn a forgotten asset into a step toward a brighter financial future.
Learn more at IAble.gov and ISave529.com
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For additional details about IAble, review the Plan Disclosure Booklet (PDF).
For additional details about ISave 529, read the Program Description (PDF).
IAble is a registered mark of the Iowa ABLE Savings Plan Trust.
ISave 529 and the ISave 529 logo are trademarks of the Iowa Educational Savings Plan Trust.
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