Pro TIPS: State program chips in for college savings accounts
Families that are receiving assistance from Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), State Medicaid (TennCare) and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) automatically qualify for Tennessee Investments Preparing Scholars (TIPS). (Courtesy arinahabich from Getty Images)
Through TIPS, eligible Tennessee families can get up to $1,500 to help pay for college.
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Lydia Williams is a native Memphian who graduated from the University of Missouri with a degree in journalism. She has written stories about community issues, health and education.
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