EITC Giving Program
Give to Joyful Readers.
Get 90% Back.
The Pennsylvania Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) program lets businesses and individuals donors redirect part of their state tax liability into charitable contributions. In return, participants receive up to 90% in tax credits.
Turn your taxes into reading success – support Joyful Readers and receive PA tax credits!
Right now, two-thirds of Philadelphia’s third-graders are not reading on grade level — a gap that can shape the rest of a child’s education. Joyful Readers is changing that: this year, 60 tutors will work with more than 1,100 students across 22 schools. But we can only reach every child with community support. PA’s EITC program is one of the simplest ways to make a huge impact on Philadelphia’s students while keeping nearly all of your money in your own pocket!
INDIVIDUAL DONORS
Through Pennsylvania’s Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) program, you can help a child learn to read. By directing your support to Joyful Readers through our EITC partner, Friends of Education, you’ll receive a 90% PA state tax credit and a 10% federal charitable deduction, turning your tax dollars into daily reading support for students who need it most.
- Donate $10,000 → Get $9,000 back in PA tax credits
- Plus a 10% federal deduction
- Out-of-pocket cost: roughly $500–$1,000 on a $10,000 gift!
| Contribution | PA State Credit | Federal Deduction | Out Of Pocket Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EITC Gift | $10,000 | ($9,000) | $250 | ($750) |
| Typical Gift | $10,000 | $0 | $2,500 | ($7,500) |
CORPORATE CONTRIBUTIONS
The need has never been greater — thousands of children are still entering fourth grade unable to read at grade level. Your company can be part of the solution and make measurable impact this school year. Through PA’s EITC program, you can direct your charitable support to Joyful Readers through our EITC partner, Friends of Education, and receive a 90% PA state tax credit plus a federal charitable deduction. You’ll turn your company’s tax dollars into daily reading support for students who need it most!
- Donate $100,000 → Get $90,000 back in PA tax credits
- Plus a $37,00 federal deduction (based on your marginal tax rate)
- Net cost: A $27,00 benefit on a $100,000 gift!
| Contribution | PA State Credit | Federal Deduction | Out Of Pocket Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EITC Gift | $100,000 | ($90,000) | $37,000 | $27,000 |
| Typical Gift | $100,000 | $0 | $37,000 | ($63,000) |
It’s Simple to Get Started
It takes just 15 minutes to start changing lives through literacy. Schedule a 15-minute call with Sarah DeLucas at sdelucas@joyfulreaders.org or click the button below.
Don’t delay – EITC donations must be received by December 31st in order to be eligible for tax credits on your 2025 return.