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.
Grover
Mississippi
Grover is in kindergarten. His favorite lessons are learning Spanish and acquiring new words to help him read books.
Mississippi Leadership
Chief Development Officer
Erik Billinger
