Make Educational Opportunity Possible in Mississippi
Great news! Mississippi is a qualified ACE Scholarships state.
ACE Scholarships has served Mississippi families since 2017, helping students access educational opportunities that work best for them. Now, Mississippi has also opted into the Education Freedom Tax Credit (EFTC), creating a new opportunity for eligible students and families beginning January 1, 2027.
Eligible Mississippi taxpayers can commit now to make a qualifying EFTC contribution through ACE Scholarships starting January 1, 2027, when the federal tax credit takes effect.
MISSISSIPPI IS PARTICIPATING IN THE EFTC INITIATIVE Launches January 1, 2027
Mississippi’s Current Status
Mississippi has opted into the EFTC. Governor Tate Reeves announced Mississippi’s participation in January 2026, creating new scholarship opportunities for eligible students beginning in 2027.
EFTC Status
Participating
Effective January 1, 2027
Mississippi has opted into the EFTC.
ACE in Mississippi
Active
ACE Scholarships currently delivers scholarships to students in Mississippi. ACE has served Mississippi families since 2017. For more information on the ways ACE is active and making an impact in Mississippi, please click here.
Partner Schools
50
ACE Scholarships currently partners with 50 schools throughout Mississippi.
Scholarships
1,000+
Since launching in Mississippi, 2017, Mississippi families have accepted more than 1,000 ACE scholarships totaling over $3.2 million. During the 2025–26 school year, ACE delivered 289 scholarships to Mississippi students.
The EFTC Opportunity Is Coming to Mississippi
Mississippi’s participation makes EFTC-funded scholarship opportunities available to eligible students beginning in 2027, once applicable requirements are in place.
Qualifying Scholarship Granting Organizations (SGOs) will need to meet applicable federal and state requirements before EFTC-funded scholarships are available.
Explore ACE’s Impact in Mississippi
Building Mississippi’s Future – One Student at a Time
Nearly all of Mississippi K–12 students may be eligible for an ACE scholarship, yet many remain stuck in underperforming schools solely due to their zip code. Every child deserves access to a quality education—no matter where they live.
Over 70% of families WANT school choice, but only a fraction have access. ACE Scholarships is changing that by offering partial scholarships to eager students.
ACE vs. The Status Quo
ACE partner school students compared to their lower income public school peers.
Higher Proficiency in Math
Higher Proficiency in Reading
Graduation Rate in ACE Partner Schools
Graduation Rate in Mississippi Schools
Families choose what works – not zip codes.
Our Model Works
Since launching in 2023, ACE Mississippi has provided a solution.
Last year, almost 750+ students applied for an ACE scholarship—but more than 455 were turned away largely due to a lack of funding. The demand is real and the results are proven, but we need your help.
Average School Tuition Cost
(K-8) $8,240 (HS) $10,251
Average Family Contribution
(K-8) $3,041 (HS) $3,786
Average Scholarship Amount
(K-8) $2,973 (HS) $3,934
Average Household Size
4
Average Household Income
$45,767
ACE partners with families, donors, and private schools to provide equal access to quality education for Mississippi students, empowering lower-income families with scholarships, support, and the freedom to choose the learning environment that best fits their children’s needs.
1,828
Open Seats
in Mississippi Schools
50
Partner Schools
Across the State
Here’s How Your Gift Works
Donate
Thank you for choosing to donate to ACE Scholarships Mississippi.
For donations up to $50,000, please click the button below to begin your donation.
For gifts over $50,000, or for additional ways to donate, please reach out to: Erik Billinger, Chief Development Officer, at [email protected] or (303) 407-0625.
See how far your donation can go!
| Your Support | Give Once | Monthly |
|---|---|---|
| 10 children for a year | $35,000 | $3,000 |
| 5 children for a year | $17,500 | $1,500 |
| 2 children for a year | $7,000 | $600 |
| 1 child for a year | $3,500 | $300 |
| 1 child for a semester | $1,750 | $150 |
| 1 child for a quarter | $875 | $75 |
Every Gift. Every Student. Every Step Forward.
State Partner Schools
State Partner Schools
Scholarships Delivered
Scholarships Delivered
Total Amount of Scholarships Delivered
Total Amount of Scholarships Delivered
Since its founding in Mississippi in 2017, ACE families have accepted more than 1,000 scholarships totaling over $3.2 million. ACE Scholarships has also established partnerships with 50 partner schools throughout the state. During the 2025/26 school year, 289 scholarships were delivered and the demand continues. Our vision is that every child has access to a quality education, so our work here is not done.
Mississippi Leadership
President,
ACE Arkansas, Louisiana, and Mississippi
Ashley Nelson
anelson@
Three Ways to Give
There are several ways to help make educational opportunities possible for students. Choose the option that works for you.
EFTC Contribution
Make a qualifying EFTC contribution through ACE Scholarships to help fund K–12 scholarships for eligible students in Mississippi.
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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