Questions parents ask about the new Education Tax Credit.

Has New York opted in?

YES

Is Central Christian Academy part of the program?

YES

Will we qualify for a scholarship? (9 in 10 American families meet the income limit)

If your household (2 parents / 1 kid) earns at or below $223,290, your children may qualify for EFTC scholarships through Accord Kids. Visit https://accordkids.org/parents for your specific situation and qualification level.

ASKING SOMEONE TO GIVE? SAY IT IN THREE SENTENCES

There’s a new federal tax credit starting in 2027. People can redirect up to $1,700 of the federal tax they already owe Uncle Sam to fund Christian school scholarships. Most families qualify, and donors pay nothing extra when their tax bill covers the gift.

APPLYING FOR A SCHOLARSHIP

Does my child qualify? Families in states that have opted in, with household income at or below 300% of their county’s median. About 9 in 10 families meet the income limit. Check at accordkids.org/parents. How do we apply? Through your school, Central Christian Academy with has partnered with Accord Kids. Applying is free.

When can we apply? The program launches January 1, 2027. What can a scholarship cover? Tuition, fees, curriculum, tutoring, and technology.

Is this a voucher? No. This is not federal funding. Individuals donate to Accord Kids, and Accord Kids awards scholarships to students. No state budget dollars are used. Does our state have to opt in? Yes, for scholarships. Families receive scholarships only in states that opt in. New York has opted in.

More questions? Visit accordkids.org

GIVING AND ASKING OTHERS

Can we give too? Yes, if you owe federal income tax. Up to $1,700 per person, per year, dollar for dollar.

Who should I ask? Grandparents, friends, coworkers, and local business owners. Anyone who owes federal income tax, in any state, can give and receive the credit.

Can they give now? They can pledge now through December 31, 2026. It is free and non-binding. Gifts made on or after January 1, 2027 earn the credit.

Where can they make a pledge or donate? Go to DunkirkCCA.org/give

Do they have to give $1,700? No. $1,700 is the most. Gifts of any amount earn a dollar-for-dollar credit. Many people give $500 or $1,000.

Does it cost the donor anything? Not when their tax bill covers the gift. The credit applies to total tax owed, not the refund, so most people who get a refund still qualify.

Can a donor fund my child? No. Donors can designate your school. While federal law bars designation to a specific student, your school will help your family apply.