activities · 12
what they do
direct service · 8
- Administer private school tuition scholarships via Arizona tax credit programs Private School Tuition Scholarships for Targeted Student GroupsProvides private school tuition scholarships to eligible Arizona students through state tax credit programs, including the Original Individual Tax Credit and Switcher Individual Tax Credit, supporting students transitioning from public schools, military dependents, children with disabilities, foster youth, and low-income families. Scholarships are distributed on an ongoing basis during the academic year as funding allows.
- Administering Private School Tuition Scholarship Programs Private School Tuition Scholarships for Targeted Student GroupsAdministers multiple private school tuition scholarship programs for Arizona residents, including those for disadvantaged children, displaced foster children, students with disabilities, military dependents, kindergarten enrollees, and students transferring from public schools or with prior Corporate Low-Income scholarships. The organization manages recurring application cycles and distributes scholarships throughout the academic year as funding allows.
- Administering Private School Tuition Scholarship ProgramsProvides scholarships to Arizona residents, including disadvantaged children, military dependents, students with disabilities, and those transferring from public schools, to attend qualified private schools in Yuma through various tax credit programs (Original Individual, Switcher Individual, Corporate Low-Income).
- Assisting Parents with Scholarship Applications and Fundraising Arizona Tax Credit Scholarship FacilitationProvides step-by-step guidance to parents applying for tax credit scholarships and offers sample donation request letters to help them raise funds for their child's education. The organization also provides educational materials explaining the difference between tax credits and tax deductions.
- Assisting Parents with Scholarship Applications and Fundraising Arizona Tax Credit Scholarship FacilitationOffers step-by-step guidance to parents applying for tax credit scholarships and provides sample donation request letters to help them raise funds for their child's education.
- Educating on Tax Credit Programs Arizona Tax Credit Scholarship FacilitationProvides educational materials to explain the difference between tax credits and tax deductions, helping parents understand the benefits of the scholarship programs.
- Maintain integrity of scholarship award process Targeted Educational ScholarshipsEnsures scholarships are awarded based on eligibility and need, not on donor recommendations, preserving equitable access to funding.
- Manage annual scholarship application cycle for families Private School Tuition Scholarships for Targeted Student GroupsOperates a structured, recurring student application cycle for private school tuition scholarships with defined annual deadlines, providing step-by-step guidance to parents throughout the application process.
capacity building · 4
- Facilitate employer-based employee donations to scholarship funds Arizona Tax Credit Scholarship FacilitationEnables payroll withholding of employee donations to scholarship programs through Form A1-QTC in partnership with employers, expanding funding sources for student scholarships.
- Facilitating Employee Payroll Withholding for Donations Arizona Tax Credit Scholarship FacilitationPartners with employers to facilitate payroll withholding for employee donations through Form A1-QTC, supporting the scholarship programs.
- Facilitating Employee Payroll Withholding for Donations Arizona Tax Credit Scholarship FacilitationFacilitates payroll withholding for employee donations through Form A1-QTC in partnership with employers to support the scholarship programs.
- Support family fundraising efforts for educational expenses Arizona Tax Credit Scholarship FacilitationProvides sample donation request letters and educational materials explaining Arizona’s tax credit system—including the difference between tax credits and deductions—to help parents raise funds for their child’s private school tuition.
strategies · 14
how they think
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- Discretionary Scholarship Award Process board_discretionary_award_processThe organization maintains discretionary control over scholarship awards, even when donors recommend specific students or schools, to ensure alignment with its mission and eligibility criteria.
- Donor and Parent Education and Support parent-led fundraising supportThe organization educates donors and parents on the financial mechanisms of tax credits and provides tools and guidance to simplify the fundraising and application processes, aiming to increase participation in scholarship funding and ensure smooth scholarship distributions.
- Donor and Parent Education and Support parent-led fundraising supportThe organization actively educates both donors and parents on the tax credit mechanisms and provides support for the application process to maximize participation and ensure efficient scholarship distribution.
- Education freedom through school choice education_freedomEmpowers families to choose private, charter, homeschool, or virtual school options that best fit their students' needs, rather than being assigned to public schools by government bureaucracy, with a focus on expanding access for disadvantaged and targeted populations.
- Empowering Parental School Choice school_choiceThe organization's core strategy is to empower parents with the financial means to choose private school settings that best suit their child's individual needs, promoting education freedom and access to specialized learning environments.
- Empowering Parental School Choice school_choiceThe organization's core strategy is to empower parents with the financial means to choose private schools that best fit their children's individual needs, rather than being limited to assigned public schools. This includes supporting various educational pathways and individualized learning environments.
- Independent and discretionary scholarship awarding independent_scholarship_awardingMaintains organizational control over scholarship awards through an independent review process, ensuring equitable distribution and preventing donor-recommended assignments, even when donors suggest recipients.
- Leveraging Tax Credits for Scholarship Funding tax_credit_scholarship_modelThe organization utilizes Arizona's dollar-for-dollar tax credit system to incentivize donations, which are then used to fund scholarships for students attending qualified private schools. This mechanism allows donors to receive full credit for their contributions while supporting educational choice.
- Parent-led fundraising support parent-led fundraising supportEquips parents with tools and resources to raise funds for their child’s private education, simplifying donor communication and increasing community-based financial support.
- Specialized education access for students with disabilities specialized_education_accessFacilitates access to private schools that offer tailored educational environments for students with learning disabilities, ensuring they receive appropriate support and services.
- Targeted Scholarship Eligibility and Prioritization targeted_eligibility_modelThe organization targets scholarship support to specific student populations, including military families, early learners, students with disabilities, and those transitioning from public schools, using federal low-income guidelines and prior enrollment status to determine eligibility and prioritize awards.
- Targeted Scholarship Eligibility and Prioritization targeted_eligibility_modelThe organization strategically targets and prioritizes scholarship support to specific student populations based on various criteria, including military family status, early learners, students with disabilities, those transitioning from public schools, and low-income households, to ensure equitable access to private education.
- Targeted scholarship eligibility and prioritization targeted_eligibility_modelDirects scholarship support to specific student groups—including low-income families, military dependents, students with disabilities, early learners, and public-to-private school switchers—using federal income thresholds and enrollment history to determine eligibility and award priority.
- Tax credit scholarship model tax_credit_scholarship_modelLeverages Arizona’s private school tuition tax credit laws to fund scholarships by incentivizing individual donors with dollar-for-dollar tax credits, using a tiered application process to maximize donor benefit and funding efficiency.
named programs · 3
what they call their work
Low-Income Corporate Tax Credit
Provides scholarships to low-income students based on household income and specific eligibility criteria.
Original Individual Tax Credit
Provides scholarships to all Arizona residents attending a qualified private school.
Switcher Individual Tax Credit
Offers scholarships to students who meet specific criteria, including those transferring from public schools or dependents of active military members.
relationships · 36
who they work with
- American Heritage Girls Partner — Assistant Treasurer was a former Treasurer of American Heritage Girls.
- Anireddy Medical Services, Inc. Funder — Listed as a corporate donor, associated with Dr. Divesh R. Anireddy.
- Arizona Baptist Bible Fellowship International Partner — Vice Chairman was a former Chairman of Arizona Baptist Bible Fellowship International.
- Arizona Department of Education Government — Administers ESA funds and provides official termination letters required for students transitioning from ESA to STO scholarships.
- Arizona Department of Revenue Government — Processes and approves corporate tax credit applications submitted by STAY on behalf of donors.
- Arizona Department of Revenue Government — Processes corporate donation applications and approves tax credit allocations for contributions made to STAY.
- Arizona STO Network — Part of a network of Arizona School Tuition Organizations that issue corporate low-income scholarships.
- Arizona School Tuition Organizations Association Partner — Chairman of the Board is Treasurer of Arizona School Tuition Organizations Association.
- Bible Baptist Church Partner — Vice Chairman is Pastor of Bible Baptist Church.
- Boy Scout Pack 68 Partner — Assistant Treasurer was a former Secretary of Boy Scout Pack 68.
- C.J. Bell, Inc. Funder — Listed as a corporate donor.
- CPA Financial Advantage, PC Partner — Treasurer is a Shareholder of CPA Financial Advantage, PC.
- CPS Holdings, Inc. Funder — Listed as a corporate donor.
- Christ Lutheran Church Partner — Board members are members of Christ Lutheran Church.
- Christ the Redeemer Anglican Church Partner — Director Jeffrey B. Polston is a Member of Christ the Redeemer Anglican Church.
- Dash Medical, LLC Funder — Listed as a corporate donor.
- Esker Medical Services, Inc. Funder — Listed as a corporate donor, associated with Dr. Alec H. Esker.
- Hoffmann's Wedding & Event Center Partner — Assistant Treasurer is Owner of Hoffmann's Wedding & Event Center.
- KDC of Yuma, LLC Funder — Listed as a corporate donor.
- Kapla, LLC Funder — Listed as a corporate donor.
- La Tosca Interventional Services, LLC Funder — Listed as a corporate donor, associated with Dr. Orlando Micheli.
- Lutheran Church, Missouri Synod, Pacific Southwest District, Circuit 25 Partner — Director Rev. Mark Johnson is Circuit Counselor for the Lutheran Church, Missouri Synod, Pacific Southwest District, Circuit 25.
- Misenhimer, Aivazian & Tennant P.C. Partner — Director Jeffrey B. Polston is a Shareholder at Misenhimer, Aivazian & Tennant P.C.
- Misenhimer, Aivazian and Tennant, P.C. Funder — Listed as a corporate donor.
- Pacific Coast Baptist Bible College Partner — Vice Chairman was a former Board Member of Pacific Coast Baptist Bible College.
- Peter and Melanie Cheung, Inc. Funder — Listed as a corporate donor.
- Rosemary C. Wong, PC Funder — Listed as a corporate donor.
- STAY Partner — Collaborates with STAY to facilitate employee payroll withholding for school tuition organization donations under Arizona tax credit programs.
- Shippen, Pope & Associates, PLLC Partner — Chairman of the Board is a Shareholder at Shippen, Pope & Associates, PLLC.
- Stoneridge Church Partner — Director Jake Perkins is a Member of Stoneridge Church and its Worship Ministry.
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