Make Educational Opportunity Possible in Missouri
Great news! Missouri is a qualified ACE Scholarships state.
ACE Scholarships has served Missouri families since 2017, helping students access educational opportunities that work best for them. Now, Missouri has also opted into the Education Freedom Tax Credit (EFTC), creating a new opportunity for eligible students and families beginning January 1, 2027.
Eligible Missouri taxpayers can commit now to make a qualifying EFTC contribution through ACE Scholarships starting January 1, 2027, when the federal tax credit takes effect.
MISSOURI IS PARTICIPATING IN THE EFTC INITIATIVE Launches January 1, 2027
Missouri’s Current Status
Missouri has opted into the EFTC, creating a new scholarship opportunity for eligible students beginning in 2027.
EFTC Status
Participating
Effective January 1, 2027
Missouri has opted into the EFTC.
ACE in Missouri
Active
ACE Scholarships has delivered scholarships to Missouri students since 2017. For more information on the ways ACE is active and making an impact in Missouri, please click here.
Partner Schools
40
ACE Scholarships currently partners with 40 schools throughout Missouri.
Scholarships
830+
Since 2017, Missouri families have accepted more than 830 ACE scholarships totaling over $2.2 million. During the 2025–26 school year, ACE delivered 83 scholarships to Missouri students.
Explore ACE’s Impact in Missouri
Building Missouri’s Future – One Student at a Time
Almost half of Missouri’s 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 Missouri Schools
Families choose what works – not zip codes.
Our Model Works
Since launching in 2017, ACE Missouri has provided a solution.
Last year, almost 500+ students applied for an ACE scholarship—but more than 415 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) $7,886 (HS) $12,029
Average Family Contribution
(K-8) $2,477 (HS) $3,682
Average Scholarship Amount
(K-8) $2,957 (HS) $3,962
Average Household Size
5.5
Average Household Income
$40,406
ACE partners with families, donors, and private schools to provide equal access to quality education for Missouri students, empowering lower-income families with scholarships, support, and the freedom to choose the learning environment that best fits their children’s needs.
929
Open Seats
in Missouri Schools
40
Partner Schools
Across the State
Here’s How Your Gift Works
Donate
Thank you for choosing to donate to ACE Scholarships Missouri.
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: AJ Kuhle, President of ACE Kansas & Missouri, at [email protected] or (303) 501-0464.
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 Missouri in 2017, ACE Missouri families have accepted more than 830 scholarships totaling over $2.2 million. ACE Scholarships has also established partnerships with 40 partner schools throughout the state. During the 2025/26 school year, 83 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.
Missouri Leadership
President,
ACE Kansas & Missouri
AJ Kuhle
akuhle@
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 Missouri.
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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