Kentucky state treasury office returns record $86 million to residents

FRANKFORT, Ky. – Kentucky state treasurer Mark H. Metcalf is reminding Kentuckians to see if the Commonwealth is holding money that belongs to them.

This follows National Unclaimed Property Day, which occurred on Feb. 1.

Metcalf says since taking office, his administration has returned a “record $86 million in unclaimed property to Kentuckians.”

“Every dollar we return is a dollar back in the hands of families, small businesses, and nonprofits,” Metcalf said. “That’s why we’ve focused on making this program faster, more transparent, and easier to use.”

Every year, the treasurer’s office says millions of dollars in unclaimed property are turned over for safekeeping. This can include items like uncashed checks, insurance proceeds and utility deposits, the treasurer’s office says.

The treasurer’s office says it works all year to locate rightful owners and return the funds.

“We’re not here to sit on money—we’re here to return it,” Metcalf added. “Being a good steward of the people’s assets means cutting through red tape and reconnecting Kentuckians with what’s rightfully theirs.”

Kentuckians can easily search for unclaimed property at treasury.ky.gov or www.MissingMoney.com.