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Frequently asked questions
Program Overview
What is the Federal Scholarship Tax Credit?
The federal scholarship tax credit allows individual taxpayers to receive a dollar-for-dollar federal income tax credit for contributions to a qualified scholarship granting organization (SGO) like GOAL.
What is American GOAL?
American GOAL is the federal component of GOAL Scholarship Program, Inc. and will administer the federal scholarship tax credit initiative.
When does the program start?
The federal scholarship tax credit will take effect beginning January 1, 2027.
Do all states participate?
A state must formally opt in before SGOs can offer scholarships in that state. While taxpayers in all 50 states may claim the credit, scholarships may only be awarded in states that have opted in.
Contributing to the Program
Who is eligible to contribute?
Individual taxpayers in all 50 states may participate in the federal tax credit program. Corporations are not eligible to participate.
How much can a taxpayer contribute?
Taxpayers may contribute up to $1,700 per year and receive a 100% federal income tax credit for their contribution.
Is there a national cap on contributions?
No. There is no national aggregate cap on total contributions under the federal program.
Can taxpayers participate in both state and federal tax credit programs?
If your state has a scholarship tax credit program, taxpayers may participate in both their state program and the federal program by making separate contributions to each.
When can contributions begin?
Contributions may begin January 1, 2027.
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American GOAL will email you on January 1, 2027 when we open for 2027 tax credit contributions.