Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC)
Turn your tax dollars into a powerful catalyst for change in our community
Pennsylvania Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC)
The Pennsylvania Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) enables individuals and businesses to redirect tax dollars to Trellis for Tomorrow, resulting in tax savings for you and real change for youth in our community.
Your gift makes it possible to offer meaningful, paid work and skills to the next generation of bright future leaders in our community.
EITC contributions support SEED Skills, our earn as you learn program for youth ages 12-18. Each year, more than 70 youth sharpen their leadership, communication, and workforce readiness skills while managing an organic garden and providing healthy produce to neighbors in need.
Who can redirect tax dollars through EITC?
EITC for Individuals
Through our partner organization, Friends of Education, individuals who commit to contributing at least $5,000 a year for two years can receive a 90% PA state tax credit and a 10% federal charitable deduction.
This program is optimal for individuals or households with a taxable income of $300,000 or more per year.
Donors must have Pennsylvania-sourced income. We recommend you connect with your tax advisor to see if EITC is a good fit for your financial plan. Click the button to download more information to share with your tax advisor.
EITC for Businesses
Businesses are eligible to participate in EITC if they are operating in Pennsylvania with owners who are Pennsylvania residents. C Corporations, S Corporations, Limited Liability Corporations, Partnerships, Limited Liability Partnerships, Sole Proprietorships may all be eligible to participate.
Eligible businesses can receive Pennsylvania tax credit of up to 90% of their contribution under a two-year agreement, or 75% under a one-year agreement.
Not all businesses can claim this deduction, and not all may benefit from the tax credit, so it’s important to consult with your tax advisor before enrolling. Click the button to download more information to share with your tax advisor.
Get started with EITC
- Provide our webpage to your tax advisor or accountant to determine if an EITC contribution makes sense for you.
- Reach out to us for more information about supporting Trellis for Tomorrow with a gift through our EITC program.
- Sign an agreement and make your contribution prior to December 31. (Click on Contact Us button below)
- Receive a K-1 in Q1 of the following year to include in your tax return.
Watch the impact unfold as you get special EITC updates on the progress of our SEED Skills youth program!
PA EITC Tax Program Estimator
Our EITC calculator can help estimate the possible power of your gift through the PA EITC program. Enter your taxable income in Pennsylvania and your filing status to get started! If the estimated minimum yearly donation is $5,000 dollars or more, you are eligible to enroll in the program.
This tool is for estimation purposes only. We strongly recommend you connect with your accountant tax advisor if you are interested in taking advantage of this program.
Get started today by emailing development@trellis4tomorrow.org
Tax Credit Programs – Estimator
Enter your taxable income and filing status. Then pick a yearly donation to see your estimated state credit, federal deduction benefit, and net cost. (Two-year commitment typical.)