Support
ACE Scholarships
Turn a tax liability into scholarships for Trinitas students through ACE Scholarships and the federal Education Freedom Tax Credit.
Beginning in January 2027, the Education Freedom Tax Credit (EFTC) can fund scholarships that help K-12 students access Trinitas and the educational support that best meets their learning needs. Donors receive a dollar-for-dollar federal tax credit of up to $1,700, creating a powerful way to strengthen the school’s sustainability.
Contributions go first to ACE Scholarships, our certified Scholarship Granting Organization. ACE verifies student eligibility and awards scholarships. Gifts directed through the Trinitas portal are used specifically for scholarships for our students.
You may schedule a single or recurring contribution of up to $1,700 per year once the portal opens. Payments activate in 2027.
How it works
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Step 1
Taxpayers make a qualified contribution to ACE Scholarships.
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Step 2
Taxpayers receive required documentation to claim the credit.
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Step 3
Taxpayers provide that documentation to their tax professional.
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Step 4
Tax returns are submitted with documentation, and the credit is claimed.
Imagine if just 100 families participated: that could generate $170,000 of student support. There has never been an opportunity like this to help children reach their full potential through a quality education.
Education Freedom Tax Credit FAQs
Answers below summarize partnership materials from ACE Scholarships. For federal program detail, see the U.S. Department of Education fact sheet (opens in a new tab) .
- What opportunities will this create for our school?
- The Education Freedom Tax Credit (EFTC) strengthens educational opportunity in our community, supports the school’s sustainability, and creates a new stream of scholarship funding that can ease the cost of education for Trinitas families.
- What educational expenses are covered?
- Scholarship funds may be used for qualifying expenses tied to an eligible student’s enrollment or attendance, including tuition, books and supplies, tutoring, education technology, and other qualifying educational expenses. Additional Treasury guidance on eligible expenses is expected.
- How does EFTC relate to religious liberty and school autonomy?
- EFTC incentivizes private investment in student scholarships. Unlike traditional voucher programs, it does not use public funds appropriated by the state or federal government. That structure expands educational freedom while protecting against government infringement of religious liberty, consistent with Espinoza v. Montana Department of Revenue (2020).
- What is a qualified contribution, and how much can someone give?
- Individuals can receive a 100% dollar-for-dollar federal tax credit, up to $1,700 per tax return, when they contribute to a certified Scholarship Granting Organization (SGO). Trinitas partners with ACE Scholarships as our SGO. Contributors cannot claim both the credit and a charitable deduction for the same dollars.
- Can parents direct an EFTC gift to their own children?
- No. Federal rules prohibit self-dealing. Parents cannot direct EFTC contributions to benefit their own children. Dollars given through the Trinitas portal are used for scholarships for our students after ACE verifies eligibility and awards aid.
- Which Scholarship Granting Organization partners with Trinitas?
- Trinitas partners with ACE Scholarships. For more than 25 years, ACE has expanded educational opportunity and helped parents choose the learning environment that best meets each child’s needs.
This information is general in nature and is not tax or legal advice. Please consult a qualified professional about your situation.
Questions about ACE giving?
Reach Development while we finalize the Trinitas ACE portal link. We will update this page as soon as online scheduling is available.