OCEN SGO Tax Credit Scholarship Program

Ohio's Scholarship Granting Organization (SGO) tax credit program that authorizes donors who contribute to K-12 student scholarships through a certified SGO to receive a dollar-for-dollar reduction in their state taxes.

Geographic Scope: Ohio

Focus Areas: K-12 student scholarships for Christian education

Key Features:

• Dollar-for-Dollar Tax Credit: Up to $750 per individual taxpayer or $1,500 if filing jointly
• 100% Application: Your donation is 100% applied to student scholarships
• No Cost to Donor: Your donation is free to give
• Tax Benefit: Direct impact on Ohio State income tax liability

Eligibility:

• Individual taxpayers in Ohio
• Donors contributing through Ohio Christian Education Network (OCEN) SGO
• Funds benefit students attending Chapel Hill Christian School

How It Works:

• Donors contribute to OCEN SGO
• Select Chapel Hill Christian School from dropdown menu
• Donations go directly to scholarships for CHCS students
• Donor receives dollar-for-dollar tax credit on Ohio state taxes

Contact Information:

• Name: Bill Anderson, Director of Development
• Phone: 330-212-6304
• Email: banderson@chapelhillchristianschool.org

Background: Authorized by the state of Ohio to support K-12 student scholarships through certified SGOs.

How to Apply

1. Visit the OCEN SGO donation portal
2. In the dropdown menu, select Chapel Hill Christian School
3. Enter donation amount (up to $750 individual or $1,500 married filing jointly)
4. Complete donation through the portal
5. Keep documentation for tax filing purposes

Required Information

• Taxpayer name and filing status
• Donation amount
• Selection of Chapel Hill Christian School as recipient organization

Questions

Contact Bill Anderson, Director of Development at 330-212-6304 or banderson@chapelhillchristianschool.org