How much funding does OSTC (Opportunity Scholarship Tax Credit) Scholarships provide?

OSTC (Opportunity Scholarship Tax Credit) Scholarships provides Varies by student need in funding.

When is the deadline for OSTC (Opportunity Scholarship Tax Credit) Scholarships?

The funder has not published a deadline for this grant.

Who is eligible for OSTC (Opportunity Scholarship Tax Credit) Scholarships?

Eligible applicants: Greater Philadelphia area (5-county region); Low-to-moderate income students; Enrolled in partner schools; Students of any religion.

OSTC (Opportunity Scholarship Tax Credit) Scholarships

Q: How often is OSTC (Opportunity Scholarship Tax Credit) Scholarships offered?

OSTC (Opportunity Scholarship Tax Credit) Scholarships runs on an annual cycle.

Business Leadership Organized for Catholic Schools

Foundation Annual Grants for K-12 Schools Grants for Education

Funding Amount

Varies by student need

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle: Annual
Tracked since: April 2026

Source: the cycle recorded on this listing. Confirm dates with the funder.

Can we apply?

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Eligible organizations

Greater Philadelphia area (5-county region)
Low-to-moderate income students
Enrolled in partner schools
Students of any religion

Other requirements

Pennsylvania statewide

Overview

Need-based scholarship program funded through Pennsylvania's Opportunity Scholarship Tax Credit program, administered by BLOCS.

Geographic Scope

Pennsylvania statewide
Greater Philadelphia area (5-county region)

Eligibility Requirements

Low-to-moderate income students
Enrolled in partner schools
Open to students of any religion

Funding Details

Recent $125 million state budget increase (shared with EITC and Pre-K programs)
Enables assistance for additional 31,000 students statewide across PA
Provides tuition assistance for school choice

Focus Areas

School choice access for low-to-moderate income families
Enrollment in private and Catholic schools
High-quality education alternatives

Background

Administered by BLOCS, the largest scholarship organization in PA
Working to increase educational opportunities and equity
Partner program with EITC to expand educational pathways

Contact Information

Address: 555 Croton Rd., Suite 120, King of Prussia, PA 19406
Phone: 484-704-2300
Website: blocs.org

What Business Leadership Organized for Catholic Schools actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2025

Grants in 2025: 362
Total given: $94.41M
Median grant: $111K
Range: $5,700–$8.04M

By dollars: Pennsylvania 100%. Top recipient cities: Philadelphia, PA; Pittsburgh, PA; Erie, PA.
0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
34% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.