Momentum Builds for Education Freedom at CSF Partner Summit

April 27, 2026

Last week, Alabama Opportunity Scholarship Fund joined partners from across the country at the Children's Scholarship Fund Partner Summit in New York City—an energizing gathering of leaders committed to expanding access to educational opportunity.


During the summit, our Executive Director, Andy Ryan, was invited to speak on the growing potential of Education Freedom Tax Credits (EFTC) and what they can mean for states, schools, and families. As more states explore this flexible funding mechanism, the conversation focused on how EFTC programs can open doors—giving families greater access to the learning environments that best meet their children’s needs while strengthening the broader education landscape.


Beyond the sessions, the summit offered something just as valuable: connection. From longtime partners to new collaborators, the room was filled with individuals and organizations working toward the same goal—empowering families with education freedom. These moments of shared insight and collaboration continue to drive the work forward.


The takeaway was clear: momentum is building. And with it, a renewed commitment to ensuring more families have access to the opportunities they deserve.

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Every child learns differently. Every family has different priorities. And finding the right educational environment often starts with understanding the options available. In Alabama, those options continue to expand. The Alabama Accountability Act (AAA) Scholarship Program has helped eligible students access private schools for more than a decade. The CHOOSE Act introduced education savings accounts, giving participating families more flexibility with qualifying educational expenses. And beginning January 1, 2027, the Education Freedom Tax Credit (EFTC) will create another opportunity to support students through scholarship-granting organizations. These programs serve different purposes, but together, they reflect a broader shift toward giving families more ways to pursue the education that works best for their children.
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