Missing money might be waiting for you in Kentucky. Following National Unclaimed Property Day, Kentucky State Treasurer Mark H. Metcalf is encouraging Kentuckians to take a few minutes to see if the Commonwealth is holding money that belongs to them.

Since taking office, Treasurer Metcalf’s 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.”

Each year, millions of dollars in unclaimed property—such as forgotten bank accounts, uncashed checks, insurance proceeds and utility deposits—are turned over to the Kentucky State Treasury for safekeeping. The Treasurer’s Office works year-round to locate rightful owners and return those 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 MissingMoney.com. Searches are free and secure.