SGO information

A gift to Bethany Christian Schools Scholarship Granting Organization equals a gift to you!

How to Give

  1. Donate Online: Click here and follow online instructions and select Bethany Christian Schools as the recipient.
  2. Donate by Check: Make check payable to Community Foundation of Elkhart County, and print and complete SGO form below. Then mail your check and the completed form to Bethany.
SGO Donation Amount Donors IN state tax credit Federal tax bracket example Federal tax benefit deduction* Net cost of donation to donor
$500 $250 12% $30 $220
$2,000 $1,000 22% $220 $780
$5,000 $2,500 32% $800 $1,700
         
 

*Federal tax deduction available to those who have sufficient deductions to itemize their federal income tax return.

These examples are provided for informational purposes only and should not be relied on as tax or legal advice. Please consult your tax advisor regarding your specific situation.

State Income Tax Credits

  • available for individuals and corporations
  • not applicable for contributions from a Donor Advised Fund, a foundation account, or a gift account
  • additional information regarding rules on School Scholarship Tax Credit
Need More Information? Watch this video, or email Chief Advancement Officer Lindsey Mason at [email protected] or call 574 534-2567.