What is a School Tax Credit?
The Tax Credit is part of a state law that allows an individual taxpayer to donate up to $200 to the public school of their choice and take the donation as a tax credit on their Arizona Income Tax Return (Arizona Revised Statute 43-1089.01)
Can two married taxpayers filing a joint return both be
eligible to claim the maximum credit?
No. The statue does, however, allow one $400 credit for a married couple filing jointly.
Can a taxpayer receive a refund of these credits?
No. The credits can only be used to the extent they reduce state tax liability to zero. Unused amounts may be carried forward for up to five taxable years.
Who is eligible to receive the donation?
Public schools and charter schools are eligible to receive the donation. Pre-schools, non-governmental schools, community colleges, and universities do not qualify.
Must a taxpayer have a child in school in order to claim this credit?
No. There is no requirement that the taxpayer have a child enrolled in a public school in order to get the credit.
Who can I donate to?
You can donate to any of our district schools, including Elementary schools: Clawson, Faras, Joe Carlson, Sarah Marley, Stevenson; Middle Schools: Paul Huber, Ray Borane; High Schools: Douglas High School; or Specialized School: Early Learning Center.
What is the money used for?
The money will be used to fund extracurricular activities in the areas of: Academics, Athletics, and Fine Arts.
What does this money go for?
This money can be spent by the individual schools on extra-curricular programs and activities in the areas of academics, athletics, and fine arts.
Who decides how the money is spent?
Normally the site councils, who are made up of parents, teachers, and students.
How can I make a donation?
Click on the form at the top of this page to open and download the Tax Credit form and complete it. Deliver or mail your contribution to the Superintendent's Office at 1132 12th Street, Douglas, AZ 85607. For your tax credit to apply to your current year taxes, the money must be received by December 31st. To deliver your donation, please bring it to the Superindent's office before 4:00 p.m. on December 22nd. Donation that are mailed must be postmarked no later than December 31st.
Will I get a receipt when I donate to a school for extra-curricular activities?
Yes. Your receipt will include the public school name, the school district number, your name, your social security number (optional), amount paid, date paid, and a description of the activity you wish to support.
