31
states already opted in
More states are expected. Scholarships are available in the states shown in blue.
- Opted in (31)
- Not yet opted in
A zero-cost benefit for your employees.
Starting in 2027, employees can give to a K–12 scholarship fund and get a federal tax credit. You offer the program. They claim the credit. Their children can receive scholarships.
$1,700Dollar-for-dollar credit per employee-donor
$0Net cost to your business
91.7%Of K–12 families qualify
31States currently opted in
The opportunity
A once-in-a-generation employee benefit. At zero cost to you.
Congress passed the Education Freedom Tax Credit, the first federal scholarship program for K–12 students. It works through individual donations, which makes it a natural fit for a workplace giving program. Your employees give, they claim the credit, and their families benefit.
of K–12 families qualify nationwide
The income limit (300% of area median) means most employees’ families qualify.
dollar-for-dollar federal credit, per employee
Each employee-donor gets a full credit, making their gift cost-neutral to them.
when donations first qualify for the credit
Set up the program now so employees are ready to give when it opens.
The process
How it works in four simple steps.
The business facilitates. The employee gives and claims the credit. Everyone’s kids can benefit.
Offer the program
Set up employee giving to The National SGO.
Employees give
Up to $1,700 each, on their own terms.
Scholarships are awarded
Including for employees’ own children.
Employees claim the credit
Dollar-for-dollar, on their own federal return.
For employers
Offer $1,700 in support. Pay $0.
The credit is dollar-for-dollar for the employee who gives, so their donation is cost-neutral to them while funding scholarships for families in your community. Your business pays nothing to offer it.
An employee who gives $1,700 receives $1,700 as a tax credit when they file their return. The program costs them nothing and costs your business nothing.
A zero-cost differentiator
A benefit that costs the company nothing is rare. It’s a strong retention and recruiting story.
Federally recognized SGO
The National SGO is a 501(c)(3) operating under the EFTC statute, fully compliant and IRS-recognized.
Funds stay local
Employee donations fund scholarships for families in your community.
Simple to offer
Your DAST representative helps set up the giving option. Employees give and claim their own credit at tax time.
For employees
What can your employees’ families receive?
Scholarship funds can be used for a wide range of approved K–12 education expenses.
Curriculum & textbooks
Core materials, workbooks, educational software, and online course subscriptions.
Tutoring & co-ops
Private tutors, co-op programs, outside instructors, and specialized classes.
Testing & assessments
CLT, SAT, ACT, standardized tests, and portfolio assessments.
Enrichment activities
Sports, arts, music lessons, STEM camps, field trips, and extracurricular programs.
91.7%of K–12 families qualify
300%of area median income limit
Roughly $234,000–$500,000 for a family of four, depending on location. Most employees with school-age kids qualify. Income verification is handled through The National SGO’s application process. Check your county →
Your partners
Backed by organizations built for this moment.
The National SGO
Federally Recognized Scholarship Granting Organization
A 501(c)(3) SGO operating under the newly established federal EFTC. We partner with communities to create and manage scholarship programs.
- Federally recognized under 26 U.S.C. Section 25F
- Processes employee contributions and scholarship awards
- Creates affiliate scholarship funds for local business communities
- Ensures full EFTC compliance
DAST
Education Funding Experts
DAST helps businesses, families, and schools find, get, and spend government education funding, with a proven track record of unlocking millions for education.
- Helped 25 schools unlock over $25M in funding
- Deep expertise in School Choice and federal programs
- Territory reps embedded in local business communities
- Working to provide access to quality education for every child
“We are working to unlock the financial resources so that every single child in America has access to a quality education.”David E. SexauerFounder of DAST