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Educational Improvement Tax Credit Program
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Turn Your Taxes into TuitionProvide the gift of catholic education
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The Pennsylvania Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) Program allows businesses and all of us who are eligible to turn tax dollars into Pittsburgh Catholic Schools Scholarships for Catholic school students—at little cost. You can redirect your taxes to provide life-changing scholarships for families who want a faith-based education but need some financial help.
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Our MissionOur Mission is to provide affordable pre-K through 12th-grade Catholic education to all families within the Diocese of Pittsburgh through needs-based Scholarships and we are committed to providing children and families with means to receive this education.
Catholic education should be affordable to all families within the Diocese of Pittsburgh through needs-based scholarship programs. We believe in strengthening and supporting our communities by providing all families with the ability to attend Catholic schools.
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Upcoming Info Sessions
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Thursday, November 6, 7:30 PMCome and learn more about this program and how it can supercharge tuition assistance at your school!Read More
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What is the EITC Program?
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Ways to Participate:Both individuals and companies can participate in the EITC program!
Or, for businesses who want to directly obtain your own tax credits, please contact Michael Freker, Director of Planned Giving, at [email protected] or go to the PA DCED website.
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Commonly Asked Questions
- Why give through the Diocese of Pittsburgh's EITC scholarship program?
- Can I choose which school receives my scholarship donation?
- Can I direct my scholarship donation to a specific child?
- What percentage of my contribution goes to the scholarships?
- Who is eligible to participate in this program and receive individual tax credits?
- What types of taxes can be offset by this credit?
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Why give through the Diocese of Pittsburgh's EITC scholarship program?Working with the diocese keeps your tax-credit dollars serving Catholic families right here at home. We make participation simple for individuals and businesses through our diocesan Special Purpose Entities (SPEs), provide hands-on guidance, and steward funds with transparent compliance, all in direct support of Catholic education and student faith formation in our communities. While other organizations may solicit EITC contributions, directing your gift through the diocese ensures it stays local and is managed by the people who know our schools best.
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Can I choose which school receives my scholarship donation?You can choose a specific diocesan Catholic high school, or you can choose a diocesan Catholic elementary school region/grouping, including the Extra Mile program. You can also choose NOT to designate, which allows your donation to go to those with the greatest need.
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Can I direct my scholarship donation to a specific child?No, scholarships are directed to schools and are awarded to eligible families. Eligibility is income-based per PA state guidelines.
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What percentage of my contribution goes to the scholarships?If you donate through us, we guarantee that 100% of your contribution goes toward the school grouping of your choice.
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Who is eligible to participate in this program and receive individual tax credits?Both businesses and individuals can choose to participate in this program (must have at least $2,000+ in PA tax liability).
Businesses and individuals can take advantage of this tax-credit program through becoming a member of a Scholastic Opportunity Scholarship LLC (LLC). These Special Purpose Entities (SPE’s) are the only financial vehicle available for individuals (or companies who do not have direct tax credit approval) to be able to realize tax credits in return for scholarship donations.
To join, individuals or companies must meet the following criteria:- A 2-consecutive-year commitment to participate and contribute
- Ability to meet a minimum annual contribution amount of $2,000
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What types of taxes can be offset by this credit?Businesses that are authorized to do business in Pennsylvania who are
subject to one or more of the following taxes:- Corporate Net Income Tax
- Capital Stock/Foreign Franchise Tax
- Malt Beverage Tax
- Personal Income Tax --- Sub-chapter S-corporations and other “pass-through” entities will be able to use the credit against the shareholders’, members’, or partners’ PA personal income taxes
- Bank and Trust Company Shares Tax
- Insurance Premiums Tax (excluding surplus lines, unauthorized, domestic/foreign marine)
- Mutual Thrift Institutions Tax
- Title Insurance Companies Shares Tax
- Retaliatory Fees under Section 212 of the Insurance Company Law of 1921
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How can I get started?
- Complete your initial Pledge Form and send it to us.
- Receive and e-Sign the DocuSign LLC Agreement, and send in your contribution made out to The Pittsburgh Catholic Schools Scholarship Fund.
- File your State Taxes with the tax receipt (K-1).
- Receive 90% of your contribution back in the form of a tax credit, and participate again!
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Interested in participating?Let's check in
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Can I talk to someone before getting started?Fill out the form below to leave your name and contact information, and we will reach out to you promptly.
You can also directly reach out to Anthony Novelli, Director of EITC/OSTC Services, at [email protected] or 412-745-3360.
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I'm ready to get started. Sign me up!Individuals (non-business entities) can download the Pledge Form by clicking the button below and following the instructions provided.
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Turn your Taxes into Tuition: Make an Impact Today!
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Michael D. Frekermfrekerdiopitt.orgDirector of Planned Giving
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Anthony L. Novellianovellidiopitt.orgDirector of EITC/OSTC Services
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Already participating? Please share this opportunity with other business owners and individuals who may be eligible.
Thank you for supporting Catholic education through EITC.
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Prayer of Thanksgiving for EITC Donors
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Heavenly Father,We thank You for the generous hearts of those who give so that children may receive a Catholic education. Bless them for their kindness and sacrifice.May the students who benefit from these scholarships grow in wisdom, faith, and love, and may they carry the light of Christ to the world.Strengthen our schools, inspire our donors, and guide us in continuing this mission to make Catholic education accessible to all.We ask this through Christ our Lord.Amen.
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