31
states already opted in, home to 30.9M students
More states are expected. Homeschool students qualify in the states shown in navy.
- Opted in, homeschool eligible (16)
- Opted in (15)
- Not yet opted in
A scholarship for your homeschool family. Starting in 2027.
A landmark federal law lets homeschool families receive scholarship funding and earn a dollar-for-dollar tax credit when they donate.
$1,700Dollar-for-dollar federal tax credit per donor
91.7%Of K–12 families qualify
51.7MStudents eligible nationwide
16States where homeschool students can receive scholarships
The opportunity
A once-in-a-generation win for homeschool families.
Congress passed the Education Freedom Tax Credit, the first federal scholarship program for K–12 students. Homeschool families are explicitly included.
students eligible for scholarships nationwide
The income limit (300% of area median) means most families qualify.
dollar-for-dollar federal tax credit per donor
Donors get a full credit, making charitable giving cost-neutral.
when donations first qualify for the credit
Families can plan their donations and scholarship applications now.
The process
How it works in four simple steps.
Whether your family participates as a donor, a recipient, or both, the process is simple.
Make a donation
Give up to $1,700 to an SGO.
SGO awards scholarships
For eligible homeschool students.
Family receives funds
For qualified educational expenses.
Donor claims credit
Dollar-for-dollar, up to $1,700 a year.
Best part
Your family can be both a donor and a recipient. Donate up to $1,700, receive a dollar-for-dollar tax credit, and apply for scholarships for your children’s education.
For donors
Donors give $1,700. Get a $1,700 tax credit.
The credit is dollar-for-dollar, so your donation is cost-neutral while funding scholarships for families in your community.
Dollar-for-dollar credit
A full credit that reduces your tax bill by the exact amount you donate.
Federally recognized SGO
DAST is partnered with The National SGO, which is a 501(c)(3) operating under the EFTC statute, fully compliant and IRS-recognized.
Funds stay local
Donations fund scholarships for families in your community.
Simple process
Give online. Claim the credit on your federal return at tax time.
For scholarship recipients
What can your homeschool family receive?
Scholarship funds can be used for a wide range of approved homeschool 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 your location. Most homeschool families 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, partnering with communities to create and manage scholarship programs.
- Federally recognized under 26 U.S.C. Section 25F
- Processes donor contributions and scholarship awards
- Creates affiliate scholarship funds for homeschool communities
- Ensures full EFTC compliance
DAST
Education Funding Experts
DAST helps 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 homeschool 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