LINCOLN, Neb – State Treasurer Joey Spellerberg is launching a statewide push to reunite Nebraskans with their “lost cash” in recognition of National Unclaimed Property Day, which was Sunday, Feb. 1.
With the state safeguarding millions of dollars in forgotten assets, Spellerberg is urging residents to take one minute this week to search NebraskaLostCash.gov. For those who have lived in multiple states, Spellerberg recommends checking MissingMoney.com, a national database. Searching both sites is easy, free of charge, and secure.
In addition, at the Treasurer’s request, Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen proclaimed February 1 as Unclaimed Property Day across the state.
“This is not the state’s money — it’s money that belongs to individuals who could use these funds for daily expenses, a down payment on a first home, or college savings,” Spellerberg said. “Nebraska has streamlined the claims process because we want these unclaimed dollars back in our local economies.”
According to Unclaimed Property Director Meaghan Aguirre, there is unclaimed property in each of Nebraska’s 93 counties, including millions of dollars in unclaimed assets waiting in Nebraska’s largest cities. In Custer County, there are currently 8,518 properties valued at $605,973.91.
The State Treasurer serves as a custodian for lost financial assets, ranging from uncashed payroll checks and insurance benefits to forgotten bank accounts and mutual funds. In 2025, the Unclaimed Property Division returned more than $19.7 million through 19,952 claims.
“Whether you’ve lived in Nebraska your entire life or just a few years, take a few seconds to check NebraskaLostCash.gov for yourself and family members,” said Aguirre. “You might just find a surprise waiting for you.”
