A stronger community
Investing in our own kids builds a community that people are proud to work in, raise a family in, and call home.
Participate
Everyone can participate.
Everyone benefits.
When our whole community participates, we make Anchorage stronger: a better place to work and a better place to live.
Support for home values
Strong local schools and engaged families help support property values, which benefits every homeowner in Anchorage.
A hiring advantage
Employers who invest in education stand out when recruiting and keeping the people who are critical to making our community amazing.
Three ways to participate
Pick one, or do all three
Donate
Give any amount. Starting in 2027, a dollar-for-dollar federal tax credit means you can direct taxes you already owe to Anchorage kids.
Donate NowApply for a scholarship
Anchorage families and employees can apply for the children and grandchildren in their lives. It takes about five minutes.
Apply NowShare with others
Anyone in the U.S. can participate. Send this to friends, family and colleagues, even outside Anchorage.
Share this pageThe numbers
It costs nothing extra
to participate.
Example: a taxpayer who owes $10,000 in federal income tax and gives $1,700 in 2027.
Direct up to $1,700 of the federal tax you already owe to kids in your own community.
| Item | Do not participate | Participate |
|---|---|---|
| Federal income tax you owe | $10,000 | $10,000 |
| Gift to Anchorage Education Fund | — | $1,700 |
| Federal tax credit | — | −$1,700 |
| Paid to the IRS | $10,000 | $8,300 |
| Your total | $10,000 | $10,000and $1,700 stays in Anchorage |
Illustration only. It assumes you owe at least $1,700 in federal income tax. The federal credit begins January 1, 2027, is nonrefundable, and unused credit may carry forward. This is not tax advice. Please confirm your situation with a tax professional.
Who can receive help
Two kinds of scholarships
Our goal is to help every Anchorage family who wants it.
Federal credit scholarships
For students whose households meet the federal income guidelines (not above 300% of area median income). These awards are funded by gifts that earn the federal tax credit.
See who qualifies →Gap scholarships
For families who exceed the income limit but would still like assistance. Because federal rules do not allow the credit to pay for college, gap scholarships can also help with college assistance.
Apply for either kind →One application covers both. Tell us your situation and we'll help match your family to the right scholarship.
Businesses & corporations
Businesses can get started now
Corporations and businesses can participate today and help fund our gap scholarships, including college assistance. Corporate gifts are standard charitable contributions with no cap, and payroll giving makes it easy for your whole team to join in.
Be part of an Anchorage kid's future
It costs nothing extra, and it keeps our dollars in our community.
Questions? scholarships@anchorageeducationfund.org