Disabled and Displaced Student Scholarship Program (Credit 341)

Q: How much funding does Disabled and Displaced Student Scholarship Program (Credit 341) provide?

Funding amounts vary. Check the grant details for specifics.

Q: When is the deadline for Disabled and Displaced Student Scholarship Program (Credit 341)?

This grant has a rolling deadline or the deadline has not been announced.

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Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Disabled and Displaced Student Scholarship Program

Program Name: Credit 341 - Corporate Contribution to School Tuition Organizations for Displaced Students or Students with Disabilities

Organization: Catholic Education Arizona (School Tuition Organization)

Geographic Scope: Diocese of Phoenix, Arizona (38 Catholic schools) and St. Michael Indian School in St. Michael, Arizona (Diocese of Gallup, New Mexico)

Purpose: Provides tuition scholarships to students with disabilities and displaced students (including foster care) attending Catholic schools

Eligible Student Categories

Students with a MET (Meets Expectations of Timeline)
Students with an IEP (Individualized Education Plan)
Students with a 504 Plan
Students who have been in the Arizona foster care system
Students with a parent in the military (displaced)
Neuro-diverse learners and students with diversified learning needs

Key Facts

Launched as expansion of scholarship opportunities (FY2022 onwards)
Funded through corporate tax credits directed to Catholic Education Arizona
As of 2025, 4,100+ scholarships awarded including disabled, displaced, and foster students
Corporate partners include large companies and small firms

Benefits

Safe and welcoming educational environment
Schools equipped to serve students with special needs
99% graduation rate at Diocese of Phoenix Catholic High Schools
Thousands of hours of community service annually
Strong sense of community and volunteerism
Students develop stronger relationships with faith and spirituality

How Funding Works

Corporate Funding Only: Corporations filing as S/C Corp, LLCs filing as S Corp, and insurance companies can direct state tax liability to this program
Up to 100% of state tax liability can be directed
This is a tax credit, not a donation
June 30 deadline for corporate tax liability commitments
Both large companies and small firms can participate in either Low Income program, Disabled/Displaced program, or both

Corporate Partners

Large companies: Earnhardt Auto Centers, BBVA, GCU, APS, Sprouts

Small firms: Dentists, general contractors, attorneys

Contact

Catholic Education Arizona

Phone: 602-218-6542
Email: info@ceaz.org
Address: 5353 N 16th Street Suite 330, Phoenix, AZ 85016
Website: www.ceaz.org

Legal Notes

IRS 501(c)(3) nonprofit charitable organization
Per state law, cannot award, restrict or reserve scholarships solely on basis of donor recommendation

How to Apply

1. Students/Families: Contact your Catholic school's financial aid office or principal to inquire about Disabled/Displaced Scholarship eligibility

2. Documentation Required:
- Verification of qualifying condition (MET, IEP, 504 Plan, foster care status, military parent)
- Enrollment at Diocese of Phoenix Catholic school
- Financial information may be required

3. School Coordination: Schools coordinate with Catholic Education Arizona to process applications and distribute scholarships

4. For Corporate Donors:
- Contact Catholic Education Arizona to set up corporate partnership
- Complete Department of Revenue application process
- Deadline: June 30 for tax liability commitments
- Work with CEA professional staff (application process described as "easy")