Submit Your 2025 GOAL Tax Credit Application
The Georgia GOAL Scholarship Program is a remarkable initiative that enables individuals and businesses to help deserving students access quality K-12 education that may otherwise be out of reach.
All Georgia taxpayers are eligible to receive a 100% state income tax credit in exchange for their contributions to Georgia GOAL. Funds raised through GOAL are used to provide tuition assistance for exceptional students desiring to attend eligible private schools.
The overwhelming success of the GOAL program speaks volumes about its importance. Year after year, demand surpasses the allocated cap of $120 million within the first business day of the year. This leads to proration of all applications, as witnessed in 2024 when applicants received only 63% of their requested amount due to oversubscription. We anticipate a similar scenario for 2025.
Tax Credit Limits Based on Tax Filing Status
| Tax Filing Status | Tax Credit Limit |
| Single Filer | $2,500 |
| Married Separate Filer | $2,500 |
| Married Joint Filer | $5,000 |
| Individual Pass-Through Owner | $25,000 |
| C Corp, Trust, or Electing Pass-Through | 75% of annual tax liability |
| Business that pays insurance premium tax | 75% of annual tax liability, but credit shall not exceed $1 million |
To secure your 2025 GOAL tax credit, you must submit your application before the end of 2024. GOAL will handle all remaining steps in the process until your contribution is due in mid-March 2025, within 60 days following approval by the Georgia Department of Revenue.
Your participation empowers students to receive an excellent education, supports families in choosing the best educational environment for their children, and strengthens the well-being of school communities.
Pass-through businesses can achieve considerable benefits through the GOAL tax credit due to favorable state and federal tax laws and regulations. These include a state tax credit, a federal tax deduction, and a substantial philanthropic impact. Learn more here.