Dan Rutherford - Illinois State Treasurer




	The Illinois State Treasurer's Office invested more than $890 million in low-interest loans to farmers in 2008, making the Ag Invest program one of the largest agricultural linked deposit programs in the nation. We partner with eligible lenders to offer interest rate reductions for annual and long-term costs. We've also expanded our offerings by providing interest rate reductions to local governments, businesses and nonprofits that pursue green energy projects. Choose the Ag Invest category that's right for you: Annual Agriculture Loans Long-Term Loans Green Energy Loans

Business Invest gives business owners access to capital to start or enhance their businesses with the help of low- interest rate loans.

Community Invest backs low-interest loans to consumers and community development agencies to improve the quality of life in Illinois.

Ag Invest helps farmers offset the rising cost of farming and encourages green business development.

Money Market Fund allows local government entities to pool their investments to gain a higher rate of return for their residents.

Online bill paying gives people with busy schedules a quick and convenient way to pay government bills and fees.