Georgia GOAL

At the heart of the GOAL Program is the incredible opportunity for Georgia taxpayers to play a vital role in supporting private K-12 education. By redirecting a portion of your state income tax dollars, you can make a real difference in students' and families' lives at MPCS. These are tax dollars you are already paying, so why not re-direct a portion of your state tax dollars to the school of your choice, like Mount Paran Christian School? It's a win-win situation, where you can make a meaningful contribution while fulfilling your tax obligations.

NOTE for Individual tax contributors: Even if you do not “owe” any state tax after all deductions, as long as your net state tax liability is less than the amount you are applying for, you will receive 100% of your contribution back as a refund.

The response to the GOAL Program has been astounding, with the 2024 tax credit cap being met on the very first business day of the year. In fact, the program was "oversubscribed" on day one, resulting in all applications being prorated to 63 cents on the dollar.

We anticipate an even higher demand in 2025, making it crucial for you to take advantage of this opportunity and submit your application early! Georgia GOAL will be accepting tax credit applications for 2025 beginning on June 1, 2024. Don’t miss out on securing your tax credit for 2025! 

GOAL FAQs 

GOAL Advocacy

As a Georgia taxpayer you can re-direct a portion of your state income tax dollars to be used for educational scholarships for mission-fit students to attend MPCS. This is a dollar-for-dollar credit applied to your Georgia income tax liability — state tax dollars you are going to pay anyway! 

Since the inception of the Georgia GOAL program, parents and businesses have helped more than 300 students benefit from an MPCS education!

1. Submit June - December
Starting June 2024, GOAL will begin accepting applications for 2025 education tax credits.

2. GOAL Submits to DOR
On the first business day of January 2025, Georgia GOAL submits your application to the Georgia Department of Revenue (DOR).

3. Approved to Contribute
GOAL and DOR notify you of tax credit approval and amount in early January 2025.

4. Make Payment
Pay Georgia GOAL by check or credit card within 60 days of DOR approval (mid-March 2025).

5. You Take the Credit
In May 2025, GOAL will send you a Form IT-QEE-SSO1 (tax receipt) for claiming the credit on your 2025 Georgia income tax return. (Note: You will take the credit when you file your 2025 taxes.)

Through the Georgia GOAL Web portal, donors are now able to log in and see giving history and print any necessary and needed tax documents.

Click here to submit Your 2025 GOAL Contribution

For pass-through business owners, there are two fantastic options to contribute to GOAL and receive double tax benefits!

1. Pass-through businesses making the HB 149 election can contribute up to 75% of their entire state income tax liability to GOAL. This generous contribution entitles you to a 100% state income tax credit and a federal income tax deduction, allowing you to make a substantial impact.

2. Pass-through owners not making the HB 149 election can contribute up to $25,000, a significant increase from the previous limit of $10,000. Moreover, there is a possibility that your contribution may qualify as an ordinary and necessary business expense, offering both a federal tax deduction and a state tax credit. This presents a compelling opportunity to support education while optimizing your business’s financial strategy.

Mount Paran Christian does not offer any tax advice. Please consult with your tax advisor to determine if this is a good fit for your business needs.