Public charity
School Scholarships Inc. is organized as a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) nonprofit serving an educational mission.
A Texas 501(c)(3) nonprofit
More opportunity
starts with choice.
School Scholarships Inc. is preparing to connect Texas students with meaningful K–12 education scholarships through the new federal Section 25F program.
01Starts in 2027 Federal credit begins January 1
02Up to $1,700 Potential individual tax credit
03Texas opted in Advance election made for 2027
Who we are
A new nonprofit with one clear purpose.
SSI exists to help expand access to educational options for Texas families. We are building the policies, partnerships, and systems needed to steward scholarship funds responsibly and transparently.
Texas rooted
Our initial focus is helping eligible students and families across Texas access qualified K–12 education expenses.
Built for trust
Clear eligibility, careful stewardship, and straightforward updates will guide the program as details are finalized.
Section 25F, explained
A new way to turn generosity into educational opportunity.
Beginning in 2027, Internal Revenue Code Section 25F creates a federal income tax credit for eligible cash contributions to participating Scholarship Granting Organizations.
Individuals contribute
Eligible taxpayers may receive a nonrefundable federal credit of up to $1,700 for qualified cash contributions.
SGOs steward funds
Approved nonprofits receive qualified gifts and award scholarships under federal and state requirements.
Students move forward
Scholarships help eligible K–12 students cover qualified elementary and secondary education expenses.
Good to know: Texas has made an advance election to participate for 2027. Each SGO must also be included on the state list submitted to the IRS.
Read the IRS overviewWhat it could mean
A program built around people.
For families
More paths may come within reach.
Eligible families could use scholarships for qualified K–12 expenses. Application details, timing, and award policies will be shared once SSI is approved and the program is ready.
Family information coming soonFor supporters
Your gift could go further.
Once SSI is officially listed, qualifying gifts may be eligible for the new federal credit. Until then, no contribution should be assumed to qualify under Section 25F.
Giving details coming soonFor educators
Strong local partnerships matter.
SSI expects to work with schools and education providers to help families understand eligible services and navigate scholarship use with confidence.
Partner guidance coming soonThe road ahead
Building carefully.
Sharing clearly.
Section 25F is new, and implementation guidance is evolving. SSI will update this site as registration, program policies, and timelines are confirmed.
- 01
Complete
Establish SSI as a 501(c)(3)
Create the nonprofit foundation for accountable, mission-led scholarship work.
- 02
Now underway
Pursue Texas SGO listing
Prepare SSI to meet Section 25F requirements and seek inclusion on Texas’s list.
- 03
Next
Publish program details
Share verified eligibility, application, contribution, and award information.
- 04
2027
Begin scholarship operations
Open participation after official listing and operational readiness are confirmed.
Our commitments
The standard we’re setting from day one.
Families first
Design straightforward experiences that respect families’ time and choices.
Responsible stewardship
Protect scholarship resources through sound governance and careful controls.
Plain-language transparency
Explain status, requirements, and decisions clearly—including what is not yet final.
Broad educational access
Help qualifying students pursue the learning environments and supports they need.
Early questions
What we know now.
Is SSI already a Scholarship Granting Organization?
Not yet. SSI is working toward inclusion on the Texas list of qualifying SGOs for Section 25F. We will publish a clear confirmation if and when that process is complete.
Can families apply for scholarships today?
No. Applications are not open. The federal credit begins in 2027, and SSI must complete its SGO listing and program preparations before accepting applications.
Will a gift to SSI qualify for the Section 25F credit?
Do not assume that it will at this stage. A Section 25F contribution must meet federal requirements and be made to an organization included on the applicable state’s official SGO list for the year.
Who may be eligible for a scholarship?
Federal law generally covers K–12 students eligible to enroll in public school whose household income is within the program limit. Final SSI eligibility and verification details will be shared before applications open.
How will SSI keep the public updated?
This website will be the central source for SSI’s verified status, program details, key dates, and future contact information.
Watch this space
We’re just getting started.
Return here for verified updates as SSI completes its Texas SGO registration and prepares for the 2027 launch of Section 25F.
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