Quick Facts
FundingVaries (business tax credits of 75% to 90% of contributions)
Grade FocusK-12
DeadlineApplications accepted July 1 annually
FunderPennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development
Pennsylvania's Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) program gives businesses a tax credit for donating to approved Educational Improvement Organizations (EIOs) and Scholarship Organizations. Schools that qualify as EIOs can receive donations channeled through EITC.
What This Grant Funds
EITC funds flow through approved Educational Improvement Organizations. EIOs use donations for innovative educational programming, STEM programs, and educational enrichment that goes beyond standard curriculum. Computer science and technology programs are strong candidates.
Who Is Eligible
- Pennsylvania businesses paying corporate taxes (to claim credits)
- Approved Educational Improvement Organizations (for receiving funds)
- Pennsylvania K-12 public schools partnering with an approved EIO
- Programs must be innovative and go beyond standard curriculum
How Forward Education Products Qualify
MicroChat AI Literacy Kit — innovative AI literacy programming beyond standard Pennsylvania curriculum
micro:bit Starter Kit — CS and coding hardware for EIO-funded innovative education programs
Coding for Good Kit — project-based curriculum for Pennsylvania EITC-funded enrichment programs
Keep in Mind: Schools need to be approved as an Educational Improvement Organization to receive EITC funds directly. Partner with your local education foundation or apply for EIO status through DCED.
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