Education Improvement Tax Credit

Use Your PA Tax Credits to INCREASE IMPACT on Local Education

By participating in Pennsylvania’s Education Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) program, you can amplify your contribution to local education while reducing your state tax liability. United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley is an approved Educational Improvement Organization (EIO) and Pre-K Scholarship Organization (PKSO) registered with the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development.

United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley’s Leaders for Learning fund offers donors several ways to elevate their commitment to education in the region. One simple way is by  redirecting a portion of tax dollars from the state to United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley. Utilizing the EITC program directly benefits local students and families with minimal investment. This powerful tool allows businesses and individuals to provide critical resources for students to thrive. 

Together, we can ensure that every student in the Lehigh Valley has the opportunity to succeed, supported by community champions like you. 

Already a United Way donor? Directing PA tax dollars to United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley’s EIO or PKSO allows you to strengthen your commitment to results-driven work in our community. 

WHAT IS EITC?

The Education Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) program allows businesses and individuals to use their Pennsylvania tax liability to support United Way’s Leaders for Learning fund. This program provides an opportunity for United Way Community Schools and funded Pre-K’s to make a direct impact on local students without increasing yours or your business’ out-of-pocket donations.

benefits of eitc participation:

• EITC offers a simple, effective way to leverage your giving.
• Donors committing for two years receive 90% of their contribution back as a state tax credit.²
• Contributions stay in the Lehigh Valley, directly benefiting students and families in need.
• Businesses and individuals contribute through SPEs, simplifying the process while maximizing their impact.

How participation works:

• Both individuals and businesses can participate in the EITC program through Special Purpose Entities (SPEs), facilitated by United Way’s contracted aggregator.
• Receive a state tax credit, not just a deduction, of up to 90% of your contribution by committing for two years.
• In addition to state tax credits, donors can claim a 10% itemized charitable deduction on their federal return for the portion not covered by the tax credit.¹

For more information about United Way’s approved EITC programs, contact David Lewis at (610) 428-0665‬.

¹ Donors who do not take the standardized deduction. Eligible corporations include Cs, Partnerships, and S Corp. businesses.
² Interested individuals or businesses should consult a tax professional prior to participating.