Make Educational Opportunity Possible in Arizona
Arizona has declined to participate in the Education Freedom Tax Credit (EFTC), but you can help make future participation possible.
Arizona lawmakers passed legislation to participate in the EFTC, but Governor Katie Hobbs vetoed the measure in 2026. That means eligible Arizona students cannot currently receive EFTC-funded scholarships.
Eligible Arizona taxpayers can commit now to make a qualifying EFTC contribution through ACE Scholarships starting January 1, 2027. Your contribution can help students in participating states while you encourage Arizona to opt-in.
Arizona’s Current Status
Arizona has not yet opted into the EFTC. Here’s what that means for students, families, and taxpayers.
EFTC Status
Not Participating
Arizona has not yet opted into the EFTC initiative. However, as a taxpayer, you can still commit and receive a dollar-for-dollar federal tax credit.
ACE in Arizona
Not Currently Active
ACE Scholarships does not currently deliver scholarships to students in Arizona.
Participating Schools
Not Available
Because Arizona has not opted in, Arizona schools cannot currently participate in EFTC-funded scholarship opportunities.
Scholarships
Not Currently Available
EFTC-funded scholarships are not currently available to eligible students in Arizona because the state has not opted in.
Three Ways to Contribute
There are several ways to help make educational opportunities possible for students. Choose the option that works for you.
EFTC Contribution
You can participate even if Arizona has not opted in. Make a qualifying EFTC contribution through ACE Scholarships to help fund K–12 scholarships for eligible students in participating states.
Eligible taxpayers will receive a dollar-for-dollar federal tax credit on qualifying contributions of up to $1,700 per taxpayer, or $3,400 for married couples filing jointly, subject to federal requirements.
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