Did you know that you could sponsor a student’s education at St. Michael’s School at NO COST to you? It’s simple to direct your tax dollars.
Your tax credit donation is essential. The St. Michael’s School Scholarship Program is funded 100% through tax credit donations, providing tuition assistance to families with demonstrated financial need, who would otherwise not have access to a quality, private education.
Turn Your Tax Dollars Into Opportunity
Thanks to the Arizona Tax Credit program, AZ taxpayers can redirect a portion of their tax dollars to school tuition organizations to fund private school scholarships. Regardless of whether you owe taxes on April 15 or are due a refund, as long as you have an AZ tax liability, you can make a qualified donation and be paid back by the state after filing. If you time it right, you could be paid back before your credit card payment is due.
Make sure to recommend St. Michael’s School as your beneficiary when making a tax credit contribution!
Maximum credit amounts for tax year 2026 is $1,571 for single filing separate or $3,131 for married filing joint.
STEP 1
Determine your tax liability to the state. This is the overall amount owed the state, whether deducted from each paycheck or paid at tax time.
STEP 2
Before filing taxes, make a donation to a School Tuition Organization (STO) in the amount of your tax liability. Recommend your funds to St. Michael’s School.
STEP 3
Include the donation in your state income taxes.
STEP 4
Receive a dollar-for-dollar tax credit. The state will add the donation amount to your refund or subtract it from what you owe.
STEP 5
Enjoy tax season, knowing that your contribution will make a difference in the life of a child!
Why make the effort even if your family does not qualify for a scholarship?
Tax credit donations enable us to open our doors to qualified students, regardless of their ability to pay. As enrollment increases, everyone benefits. Adequate funding stabilizes tuition rates and expands program offerings.
Does St. Michael’s School work with a particular School Tuition Organization?
Parents are welcome to register with their STO of choice. For student and school designated donations (recommended funds), St. Michael’s works closely with the following STOs:
Thank you for your continued support!
Need guidance on directing your tax dollars to St. Michael’s?
We’re here to help! If you have questions about Arizona tax credits or would like guidance on how to direct your tax dollars to support St. Michael’s students, please reach out. We’re happy to walk you through the process and help make it simple. Thank you for supporting our students.
Sincerely,
Jessica Thomson
Director of Advancement
