Ideas

Janet Cowell
Former State Treasurer | North Carolina

The Education and Economic Engine Endowment

Idea Category: Education

Problem

Because many states continue to face budget challenges, many states have scaled back critical funding for education and entrepreneurship.

Solution

State Treasurer Cowell proposes the creation of a multi-billion dollar state-funded endowment using escheat money that pays for community college and university scholarships and invests in high-growth funds and companies. The endowment is literally an investment in the twin goals of educating our future workforce and creating new jobs.

More Idea’s From Janet Cowell

Financial Literacy For All

Idea Category: Safety Net | Funding Source: ARP

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A Better Way for Teachers: The 403(b) Option

Idea Category: Education | Funding Source: ARP

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Global Benefits Management Program

Idea Category: Smart Government | Funding Source: ARP

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County and Municipal Fiscal Analysis Dashboard

Idea Category: Smart Government | Funding Source: ARP

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Public Venture Capital

Idea Category: Jobs and Entrepreneurship | Funding Source: ARP

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