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Find similar grantsPhilanthropic Investment in Arkansas Kids (PIAK) Scholarship Program is sponsored by EdChoice / The Reform Alliance. The Philanthropic Investment in Arkansas Kids (PIAK) program provides funding for eligible students from low-income families to attend private schools. Scholarships are based on grade-level student base funding.
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Scholarships | The Reform Alliance The State of Arkansas currently offers two additional education programs for families to take advantage of: Education Freedom Account (EFA) For frequently asked questions or additional information, please click here .
The Educational Freedom Account provides Arkansas students with funding that will allow them to meet specific education expenses, including expenses associated with private school, microschool, or homeschool. As of 2025, there is no longer a hard cap on the number of students who can participate, as is spelled out in the LEARNS Act itself. However, program participation may be impacted by funding.
The legislature determines how much money to allocate to the EFA program, and there may not be enough funding for all applications. The amount awarded to each accepted student in 2026-27 will be $7,208, which is divided into four quarterly disbursements during the school year. What can I use the EFA award for?
Parents and legal guardians of students who are eligible for the EFA award can use the funding for their student to attend private school, or they can put funding towards the expenses that are often associated with homeschool and microschool arrangements, like: Curriculum and learning materials Certain transportation costs Technology devices for education needs (excluding devices for entertainment purposes) Fees for courses and exams for college credit or career training Tutoring services and education services by accredited practitioners for students with disabilities Is Your Student's Course Co-Curricular?
Co-Curricular Course Checklist Extracurricular Activity Checklist As of 2025, all students in Arkansas can qualify for the EFA! When you apply, you will need to prove residency in Arkansas and that your student is of school age. Usually this is done with a driver’s license or state ID from the parent or guardian and the child’s birth certificate.
You will need to upload photos of these in your application.
When applications are processed, they are reviewed in the following order: 1) Returning EFA students 2) Students with special needs, including those with a disability defined by IDEA, those experiencing homelessness, or in foster care 3) Students from underserved educational environments, including D- or F-ranked schools 4) First responder and military families, including active duty, reserve, and veterans 5) First-time kindergarteners 6) All other students not in these categories How will the Educational Freedom Account (EFA) impact existing state scholarship programs?
Students who enroll in the EFA program with disabilities can also still qualify for the Philanthropic Investment in Arkansas Kids (PIAK) program. Eligibility is based on household income, allowing students to receive the benefits of both programs! Start the Application Process for Free Parents and legal guardians can apply for the Education Freedom Account for free!
Choose a resource below to get started and to learn more. Educational Freedom Account Website Approved EFA Vendors & Service Providers Apply for the Education Freedom Account (EFA) Philanthropic Investment in Arkansas Kids (PIAK) The Philanthropic Investment in Arkansas Kids provides vital funding for eligible students to attend private schools.
A student is eligible for the program if the student’s family income is less than 200% of the federal poverty guidelines. Funding amount is determined yearly. Scholarship amounts for grades K-8 will cover tuition and fees up to $6,500 (80% of last year’s foundation funding amount), and scholarships for grades 9-12 will cover tuition and fees up to $7,300 (90% of last year’s foundation funding).
Scholarship awards will not exceed the cost of tuition and fees at the private school you choose. What can I use the PIAK award for? * Parents and legal guardians of students who are eligible for the PIAK award can use the funding for their student to attend a participating private school.
*Please note only students with a qualifying disability can stack the Education Freedom Account (EFA) scholarship and the Philanthropic Investment in Arkansas Kids (PIAK) scholarship. Families qualify based on household income. Any student whose family income is at or below 200% of the federal poverty line, or about $63,400 for a family of four, is qualified to apply for the PIAK program.
Students must have attended public school in the prior year, unless they have a disability or are new to Arkansas schools. Family income must be below 200% of the federal poverty line. Student must have attended public school at some point in the 2024-25 school year.
Exceptions are made for students starting kindergarten, or those moving from out-of-state. Exceptions to prior public school enrollment are also made for students with qualifying disabilities. Are you a resident of Arkansas?
(Required) Do you have a child eligible to enroll in grades K-12 under Arkansas law? (Required) How many people are in your household? (Required) Please enter a number from 1 to 10 .
What is your total household income? (Required) Mark any that apply to your student (Required) Attended public school at least one semester last year Attended schools out of state for at least one semester last year Is enrolling in kindergarten for the first time this year Has a disability (view disability categories) You are eligible for the Arkansas EFA. You are not eligible for the Arkansas EFA.
You are eligible for the PIAK. Your student can only participate in one of these at a time. You are eligible for the PIAK.
Your student can participate in both of these at once. You are not eligible for the PIAK. Submit your contact info if you'd like to know more about the scholarships available to you: The Reform Alliance makes acquiring funding for your child’s unique educational needs a possibility.
If your child would benefit from a specific educational environment that is unlike a public school environment, and you think you may be eligible for scholarships and or funding, apply today! Start the Application Process for Free Parents and legal guardians can apply for the Philanthropic Investment in Arkansas Kids fund for free! Choose a resource below to get started and to learn more.
Public School Verification Form Previous Year’s Form 1040 (ex: when applying in 2024, provide 2023) Supplemental Income Documentation (if applicable): Temporary assistance for needy families (TANF) Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Tuition support from friends/relatives/employers Housing Allowance (Military, Religious, Parsonage, etc.) Other Nontaxable Income (e.g. Foster Care Allowance, VA Benefits, etc.) After verifying income, you must provide documents to prove ONE of the following 1.
Transferring from public school (provide ONE): Public School Verification Form – Download Here Report Card from Public School Letter from Public School Registrar 2. Your child has a disability (provide ONE): District testing within the last 3 years identifying an IDEA disability An Individualized Education Program (IEP) A Medical Diagnosis form signed by a medical professional 3.
You are moving into Arkansas from out of state (provide ONE): 4.
Your child is enrolling in kindergarten for the first time (provide ONE): A statement by the local registrar or a county recorder certifying the child’s date of birth; An attested baptismal certificate An affidavit of the date and place of birth by the child’s parent, legal guardian, person having lawful control of the child, or person standing in loco parentis A United States military identification ClassWallet Accountholder Guide for PIAK Families Private School Rules for the PIAK *9)(A)* Comply with all health and safety laws and rules; *(B)* Hold valid occupancy of buildings as required by the relevant municipality in which the private school is located; *(C)(i)* Are held academically accountable by annually administering or making provision for the administration of a nationally recognized norm-referenced test to qualified students in grades three through ten (3-10) who have received educational scholarships under this subchapter.
*(ii)* However, a qualified student in grades three through ten (3-10) who has received an educational scholarship under this subchapter, has an individualized service plan in accordance with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, 20 U.S.C.
§ 1412(a)(10), as it existed on January 1, 2021, and is determined by the private school to need an exemption from standardized testing due to the existence of a significant cognitive disability is not required to take the test required under subdivision (9)(C)(i) of this section.
*(iii)* If a student is not required to take the test required under subdivision (9)(C)(i) of this section, a participating private school shall annually make provision for the student to take an alternate assessment approved by the State Board of Education or prepare a portfolio that provides information on a student’s progress to the student’s parent or guardian; and *(D)(i)* Annually report the scores and other academic progress to: *(a)* The parent or guardian of each qualified student who has received an educational scholarship under this subchapter; and *(b)(1)* An independent research organization selected by the division in accordance with § 6-18-2307(b)(1).
*(2)* Data reported to an independent research organization shall be reported in a manner that ensures disaggregation by grade level, gender, family income level, and race. ClassWallet Tutorial for PIAK Schools The Reform Alliance makes funding for student’s unique educational needs accessible. Take advantage of the funding and scholarship resources we provide today!
ACE Scholarships are financial grants that provide assistance to low-income students so that they may attend a private school. Many K-12 private schools offer various forms of financial assistance to their families, including scholarships. The details of this assistance will vary from school to school, but some schools have strong philanthropic support to make sure any students with demonstrated need can still attend.
If you have a specific private school in mind, be sure to ask them about scholarship options. If not, we are happy to share what information we have from certain schools, or on scholarships for certain student populations, such as dependents of military families. Explore Scholarship Options Do you want your state income tax dollars to directly fund K-12 students in Arkansas?
Here’s your chance: The Reform Alliance (TRA) is accepting donations for the Philanthropic Investment in Arkansas Kids (PIAK) scholarship program. Individual or businesses that pay income taxes in Arkansas can claim a state tax credit for up to 100% of their annual income tax liability by donating to scholarship granting organizations, including TRA.
The donations will fund scholarships for K-12 students to attend qualified private schools. The scholarships gives students the chance to learn, grow and thrive in the environment that best meets their needs! Taxpayers estimate their current year Arkansas state income tax liability and make a donation using the link below.
They then receive a credit application form for signature, to be emailed back to info@thereformalliance. org. Don’t worry if your donation exceeds your actual liability: You may carry your credits forward for up to three years.
The Reform Alliance will notify the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration. The Reform Alliance will also issue the K-12 scholarships for income-qualified students to attend a qualified private school of choice. Students flourish in schools that meet their needs!
The Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration will issue a tax credit certificate for the full amount of the contribution. The amount available for state income tax credits is limited, so taxpayers need to act quickly to reserve their credits. Learn more about how scholarships impact children’s education!
The Arkansas EFA in Action Educational Freedom Account – The Cook Family Educational Freedom Account – The Seely Family
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Arkansas residents from families earning up to 200% of the federal poverty line. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $6,500 for grades K-8 and up to $7,300 for grades 9-12 for tuition and fees. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Philanthropic Investment in Arkansas Kids (PIAK) Scholarship Program is funded by EdChoice / The Reform Alliance. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Arkansas. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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