Before You Pay Your Alabama Taxes, Read This

Every year, you pay Alabama state taxes. But what if you had a say in where some of those dollars went?

Through the Alabama Opportunity Scholarship Fund, eligible taxpayers can redirect a portion of their state tax liability to provide scholarships for students across Alabama. It's a simple process that creates life-changing opportunities for families.

Here's how to get started.

How Redirecting Your Alabama Tax Dollars Works

Participating in Alabama's Education Scholarship Program only takes a few steps. Here's what to expect.

Step 1: Make Your Donation

Visit AOSF's donation page and complete your contribution online.

Once your donation has been submitted, you'll immediately receive a confirmation email with instructions for the next step.

Step 2: Reserve Your Tax Credit

After making your contribution, you'll log into the Alabama Department of Revenue's My Alabama Taxes (MAT) system to reserve your tax credit.

This is the step that officially connects your contribution with the available state tax credit. Your confirmation email from AOSF includes everything you need, along with step-by-step instructions.

Because Alabama allocates a limited amount of tax credits each year, reserving your credit is an important part of the process.

Step 3: Receive Your Receipt

Once AOSF verifies your tax credit reservation, we'll send you an official receipt for your records.

Simply provide that receipt to your CPA or tax preparer when filing your Alabama income tax return.

There's Still Time to Make an Impact

With the third quarter estimated tax payment deadline approaching, now is a great time to consider redirecting a portion of your Alabama state tax liability through the Alabama Opportunity Scholarship Fund.

Currently, nearly $38 million in tax credits remain available for eligible taxpayers.

Your contribution can help open doors for students and families while ensuring your Alabama tax dollars support educational opportunities across the state.

Are you ready to turn your tax dollars into an opportunity for a child?

Donate Today!

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