Choose an SGO.
Select a qualifying organization whose purpose reflects your values.
All funds Our coast.
CONNECTED BY THE COAST. INVESTED IN EDUCATION.
Our coast.
Their future.
Possibility belongs here.
Support Christian education for families in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties. Your qualifying contribution may reduce your federal income tax dollar for dollar.
THE POWER OF YOUR CONTRIBUTION
$1,700for local education
You contribute to eligible scholarships$1,700
Your potential federal tax credit*$1,700
Potential net cost to you$0
If you qualify for and can use the full credit. You contribute first, then claim the credit on your tax return. Available starting in 2027.
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A deduction lowers the income you’re taxed on.
A tax credit lowers your tax bill, dollar for dollar. No itemizing required.
You contribute first, then claim the credit on your tax return. The credit is nonrefundable and subject to your tax situation.
How the program works at IRS.gov ↗THE OPPORTUNITY
A new way to support local education.
Starting in 2027, eligible taxpayers can contribute to a qualifying Scholarship Granting Organization (SGO) and claim the Federal Scholarship Tax Credit (FSTC).
Fund scholarships.
At least 90% of SGO income must fund eligible scholarships.
Claim your tax credit.
Eligible contributions can reduce federal income tax dollar for dollar, up to $1,700 per person annually.
PURPOSE, BUILT INTO THE MODEL
The same $1,700.
A purpose you choose.
FEDERAL EDUCATION FUNDING
$1,700
Through federal education programs$765estimated to reach students
45% · estimate
Values alignmentMay not reflect your values
QUALIFYING SGO CONTRIBUTION
$1,700
Through local scholarships$1,530for scholarships at the legal minimum
90% · Federal SGO requirement
Values alignmentEducation aligned with your values
BY ANCHORED ARROWS
Escambia & Santa Rosa counties, FloridaEmerald Coast Fund
Bring opportunity closer to home.
Support Christian education for eligible students in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties, Florida. Scholarships can help families access tuition, instruction, learning tools, and services close to home.
Christian school
Help with eligible K–12 tuition.
Homeschool & co-ops
Qualifying curriculum, materials, and shared instruction.
After-school learning
Qualifying extended-day educational programs.
Academic tutoring
Focused instruction to build skills and confidence.
Special-needs support
Qualifying services tailored to a student’s needs.
Learning technology
Eligible computers, equipment, and learning tools.
For eligible students in public, private, and home education, through qualifying expenses and partners aligned with our Christian mission. Every award depends on student and expense eligibility and available funding.
WHAT YOUR SUPPORT COULD MAKE POSSIBLE
A scholarship.
A difference in a child's day.
A few ways your contribution to the Emerald Coast Fund could help a student.
1 / 7 · Curriculum & materials
Illustrative examples, not awards already made.
Amounts are not promised awards. Scholarships depend on verified student and expense eligibility, mission alignment, and available funding. Gifts are pooled within the fund to support eligible students.
OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU
Your trust deserves care.
We will hold ourselves and our education partners to high standards.
Carefully reviewed partners
Quality instruction, safe environments, and alignment with Christian values.
Clear documentation
Verified eligibility, documented awards, and contribution records for your files.
Meaningful impact reporting
Updates on scholarships awarded, students served, and the learning opportunities your support makes possible.
YOUR CONTRIBUTION
Your contribution.
Their next opportunity.
Choose a schedule for the Emerald Coast Fund.
Clarity when tax time comes.
We’ll provide contribution records and a January annual summary. Your accountant can help determine how the credit applies to you.
Contributions begin in January 2027
Preview a plan now. Payments open after the program begins and our SGO eligibility is confirmed.
YOUR CONTRIBUTION PLAN2027
Choose your contribution.
Up to $1,700 per person each year. Choose one payment or a monthly amount.
Emerald Coast Fund
$
A single contribution. No recurring commitment.
First payment$1,700
Planned 2027 contributions$1,700
Potential federal creditUp to $1,700
Planning preview · No payment collected
The $1,700 annual credit limit applies per person across all qualifying SGOs. Your usable credit depends on your tax liability and any state credit for the same contribution.
THE DETAILS
Common questions.
Can married couples claim up to $3,400?+
Under proposed federal rules, each spouse may claim up to $1,700 based on that spouse’s own qualifying contributions, for a combined credit of up to $3,400 on a joint return. The credit is nonrefundable and depends on your tax situation. The planner above is for one contributor.
What can a scholarship help pay for?+
Qualifying expenses can include private-school tuition, academic tutoring, special-needs services, books, supplies, computers and other equipment, and qualifying extended-day programs. Eligible public-school students may receive support without changing schools. All awards depend on student and expense eligibility, available funding, and our fund’s mission.
Is this a tax credit or a deduction?+
A credit reduces federal income tax dollar for dollar; a deduction reduces taxable income. This credit is nonrefundable, and the same contribution cannot also receive a federal charitable deduction.
Who can receive a scholarship?+
Students must be eligible for public K–12 enrollment and meet the federal household income limit of 300% of area median income. We will verify students and expenses before awarding scholarships.
What happens after I contribute?+
Stripe will handle payment securely. We’ll document each contribution and send a January annual summary. Recurring plans continue until canceled.
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