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PennGift - EITC Presentation

We are so thankful for Mr. Bermelyn and Penngift for taking the time to come and help us share this important information!. Please take a moment to watch this recorded meeting where he took the time to come to our school and  and explain the tax programs 

Nathali Calzado
Blue Mountain Christian School Administrator

How to Participate in the EITC/OSTC Tax Credit Program Through Penngift to Help Expand Access to Christian Education at

 Blue Mountain Christian School

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Step 1 

Find Out What You Can Give & Complete Your Joinder

  • Contact your accountant or check last year’s PA state tax liability to find out how much you can commit.

  • Fill out the Spring 2026 Penngift Joinder Link and fill out the Joinder under our Tuition Free Initiative page. This form will automatically submit your information to Penngift for processing.

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Step 2 

Submit Your Donation

  • After completing the form, you will receive a confirmation email from Penngift. The email will include instructions on which SPE (Special Purpose Entity) to make your check payable to and where to send it.

  • Follow the payment instructions provided in the Penngift email.

  • Be sure to complete your contribution by December 31st to qualify for this tax year’s credits

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Step 3 

 Receive Proof of Your Donation

  • For donors who file taxes annually, Penngift will send you an email confirming your contribution upon receiving your donation. In February of the following year, you will also receive a K1 form showing your total contribution for the year. Save this to give to your tax preparer or upload it if using online tax software.

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  • Donors who file taxes quarterly can claim their credits without the K1 document, but they will be available to you in February of the following year. You will receive an acknowledgment email that you can present to your accountant when preparing your taxes. 

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Step 4 

File your taxes 

  • Submit your K-1 form when filing your PA-40 state tax return.

  • You’ll receive a 90% credit on your PA taxes, and possibly a federal deduction too!

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Step 5 

Receive Your Refund

  • Beginning in September, donors receive their refunds through their chosen method. Either as a check or as a direct deposit.

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  • Donors who give their contributions and complete the Spring Joinder by May 7th will start to receive their funds in mid-June.

Donors can check on the status of their refund by calling the PA Dept. of Revenue’s Customer Service line at 717-787-8201 or by registering online at the Department’s portal at https://mypath.pa.gov
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