News and Updates

Developed Under a New Grant Program, the Fact Sheets Offer Innovative Ideas for Employers Seeking Ways toStrengthen Workforce Financial Wellness

As state and local governments, along with other public service organizations, emerge in 2022 from a challenging two years, they continue to gain valuable insights into how public employers can manage and support their current workforce while positioning themselves to attract new talent.

On November 4, 2021, the IRS announced the various adjustments applicable to retirement plan contribution limits for 2022.

By Joshua Franzel, PhD, Managing Director, MissionSquare Research Institute

New research finds state and local pension fund investments in alternatives tripled since 2005, representing larger share than fixed income investments

The MissionSquare Retirement Memorial Scholarship Fund (MissionSquare Scholarship Fund), formerly the ICMA-RC Public Employee Memorial Scholarship Fund, is pleased to announce it will increase its funding for the 2021-2022 academic year. The company will award nearly $70,000 in higher education scholarships to 31 recipients.

New MissionSquare Research Institute National Poll Finds Increased Employee Debt and Sustained COVID-19 Worries

Rebrand reflects our commitment to help the public sector workforce build toward retirement readiness

MissionSquare Research Institute National Poll Indicates Most Employers Encourage Rather than Mandate Vaccines; Protecting Personal Health is Top Reason for Vaccination

Upgraded Features Provide a More Intuitive and Personalized Experience

New Research from the Center for State and Local Government Excellence at ICMA-RC Finds Spike in Retirement Amid COVID-19 Pandemic

New role leverages broad corporate social responsibility, advocacy experience and enhances mission focus

The Company’s Commitment to its Mission, and to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Were Key Contributors

ICMA-RC is becoming MissionSquare Retirement, a new name and brand that reinforces the company's history, deep expertise, and community focus; and solidifies its vision for the future.

A new research brief provides a comprehensive overview of the U.S. public service workforce. The analysis includes state and local governments, K-12 schools, hospitals and health care, and social assistance organizations.

Trio Tapped to Develop and Cultivate Relationships with Industry Consultants

K-12 Employee Job Satisfaction Plummets as Stress and Worries Increase Regarding COVID-19 Safety and Personal Finances