K-12 Scholarship Foundation Now Accepting Scholarship Applications in 32 States Under New Federal Scholarship Tax Credit Program

Not just for private schools: scholarships can pay for much more than tuition and support students at public, charter, and private schools

NEW YORK, Nov. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- K-12 Scholarship Foundation is now accepting scholarship applications in 32 states on its new website, k12scholarshipfoundation.org, and pre-registrations in the remaining 18 states and the District of Columbia.

While many Scholarship Granting Organizations focus on a single type of school, K-12 Scholarship Foundation serves students at every type of school. "We want to reach as many children and families as possible, so we serve students at public, charter, and private schools alike," said Mindy Guss, President of the Board of K-12 Scholarship Foundation.

Apply Before the End of December

"We encourage families to apply before the end of December, because it will simplify income verification," said Patrick McGuire, Executive Director of K-12 Scholarship Foundation. "Applying is easy, and applying early saves your place in line."

K-12 Scholarship Foundation anticipates awarding its first scholarships in January 2027. When applicants are equally qualified, scholarships are awarded in the order applications were received.

Much More Than Tuition

Scholarships can cover tuition and fees, tutoring, special-needs services, books and supplies, computers, and educational equipment such as musical instruments. They can also cover transportation, after-school programs, and arts, music, and athletics programs, when required or provided by the school. Scholarship payments go directly to schools and education service providers.

Most Families Qualify

Students must reside in a participating state and meet the household income limit set by Congress. The limits, however, are generous, with more than 95% of students expected to qualify.

A Unique Way to Support Education

What makes this program unique is that donors can effectively redirect their federal tax dollars to K-12 education, at no cost to them.

How It Works

Beginning January 1, 2027, under the Federal Scholarship Tax Credit program, each taxpayer who owes federal income tax can claim a federal tax credit of up to $1,700 a year ($3,400 for spouses) for donations to a Scholarship Granting Organization such as K-12 Scholarship Foundation. For example, a donor who gives $1,700 to K-12 Scholarship Foundation will see a $1,700 reduction in their federal income tax, so the donation comes at no net cost.

Taxpayers in all 50 states and the District of Columbia can claim the credit, whether or not their state participates, and the credit does not require itemizing. Donors can direct their donations to scholarships at a particular school, program, or region, but not to a particular student. "Because education is so important and so personal, we encourage donors to direct their donations to the schools, programs, or regions that mean the most to them," said Guss.

K-12 Scholarship Foundation is committed to honoring donor preferences, and its goal is to award scholarships equal to 93% of donations received.

School and PTO Partnerships

K-12 Scholarship Foundation partners with public, charter, and private schools, and with PTOs and parent groups, to bring scholarships to their school communities. Schools and parent groups can share information with families, help them apply, and encourage donors to direct their donations to scholarships for students at their school. Information for schools and parent groups is available at k12scholarshipfoundation.org/partners.

About K-12 Scholarship Foundation

K-12 Scholarship Foundation, Inc. is a single-mission nonprofit that expands educational opportunities by awarding scholarships to K-12 students at public, charter, and private schools. Founded in 2025, it is recognized by the Internal Revenue Service as a tax-exempt public charity under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and is governed by an independent Board of Directors. Learn more at k12scholarshipfoundation.org.

Media Contact

Helen Zuman
K-12 Scholarship Foundation
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(845) 440-1160

SOURCE K-12 Scholarship Foundation