1. Donate
Make a gift to the
Emmaus Road Scholarship Fund
Federal SGO after January 1, 2027.
2. Receive Your Federal Tax Credit
Receive a dollar-for-dollar federal tax credit.
3. Help Students Thrive
Your gift supports need-based scholarships for K-12 students in Catholic schools.
Why Donate Before April 15?
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Dollar-for-dollar federal tax credit
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Up to $1,700 for individuals
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Up to $3,400 for married filing jointly
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Supports Catholic education
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Maximum impact at no net cost
Federal Tax Credit
Coming January 2027.
Check back for updates.
A new federal scholarship tax credit is expected to launch January 1, 2027. Ohio has elected to participate, and additional program guidance is expected later this year.
How the Federal Tax Credit Works
Example of Your Tax Credit at Work
If you give $1,700 as an individual, you will receive a $1,700 federal tax credit.
$1,700
Your Gift
$1,700
Ohio Tax Credit
Students
Supported
Your gift reduces your Ohio tax liability dollar-for-dollar.
Important Details
Effective Date
Donations eligible for federal tax credit begin January 1, 2027.
Who Qualifies
U.S. taxpayers with federal tax liability.
Limit
Up to $1,700 for individuals /$3,400 for married filing jointly.
Questions?
Contact us or visit our FAQ page.
Who Can Participate?
U.S. Taxpayers
Must have federal tax liability.
Individuals
Up to a $1,700 federal tax credit.
Married Filing Jointly
Up to a $3400 tax credit
Businesses
Contact us to learn more about corporate giving opportunities.
Why Choose Emmaus Road?
First Certified Federal SGO
Trusted and approved by federal authorities.
Supports 51 Catholic Schools
Helping thousand of students.
Financial Accountability
Transparent stewardship.
"Thanks to this scholarship, our daughter can receive a faith-filled education that was previously out of reach for our family."