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Pennsylvania Educational Tax Credits and SGOs

Pennsylvania operates some of the nation’s most established educational tax credit programs, providing individuals and businesses with a structured way to support K–12 education while receiving Pennsylvania state tax credits. Through programs such as the Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) and Opportunity Scholarship Tax Credit (OSTC), donors may redirect state tax dollars to approved Scholarship Granting Organizations (SGOs), which use those funds to provide scholarships for students attending private and parochial schools across the Commonwealth.

These programs are designed to expand educational opportunity, support families seeking additional school options, and encourage sustained private investment in education. By connecting donors, SGOs, and schools, Pennsylvania’s educational tax credit framework creates a reliable pathway for scholarship funding that serves students from a wide range of financial backgrounds.

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How Pennsylvania’s Educational Tax Credit Programs Work

Under Pennsylvania’s educational tax credit structure, individuals and businesses contribute to an approved SGO and receive a corresponding credit against eligible Pennsylvania state taxes, subject to program guidelines and annual limits. SGOs are responsible for administering scholarship funds, overseeing eligibility requirements, and distributing tuition assistance in compliance with state regulations.

This approach allows donors to support education directly while redirecting tax liability toward scholarships that help families access private and parochial schools. Schools benefit from increased scholarship availability and improved enrollment stability, while families gain meaningful access to additional educational options.

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Benefits for Pennsylvania Schools, Families, and Donors

Pennsylvania’s educational tax credit programs support schools by expanding access to scholarship funding and strengthening long-term financial planning. Families benefit from increased access to private and parochial education options that may otherwise be financially out of reach. Donors participate in well-established, state-supported programs that align tax efficiency with lasting educational impact.

Successful participation depends on coordination among donors, SGOs, and schools. Clear communication and ongoing program education help ensure scholarships are administered responsibly and in accordance with Pennsylvania’s established requirements.

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With BLOCS by our side,

it will be easier than ever for donors to participate in the EITC program and for schools to navigate the complexities of the process. Together, we are streamlining donor experiences and simplifying the disbursement requirements for our school partners, ensuring that resources are maximized and students receive the opportunities they deserve.

When you want to be the best, you’ve got to partner with the best—and that’s exactly what we’ve done with BLOCS. We’re excited to continue driving impact and expanding access to quality education across the state.

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We grow tuition revenue through increased tax credit scholarship funding & enrollment marketing!

966%

Average ROI for schools who partner with us

$28M

In raised funds to date and counting!

1.2M

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We’re so confident in our proven Tax Credit Scholarship Development services that we offer schools a no-risk guarantee. If our team doesn’t raise enough funds to cover our fee, we will refund you the difference. You can rest assured that your school’s financial goals are in safe hands.

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