Support EVIT students and get a lower tax bill

You can make a difference for students at the East Valley Institute of Technology while also saving money off your state tax bill!

In Arizona, residents can donate to public schools to support extracurricular activities. The amount of the donation then comes directly off that year’s state tax bill, dollar-for-dollar.

Single individuals can receive a credit for up to a $200 donation; married couples filing jointly can get a credit of up to $400.

For a married couple with a $500 state tax bill, that means they could make a donation of $400 and then only owe $100 in state taxes.

The funds go to support extracurricular activities, which are optional, educational activities that enhance and supplement a child’s education. These activities include educational field trips, student club fees, competition expenses, classroom enrichment and tutoring.

Community members who donate to EVIT can direct their donation into either a general school extracurricular activities fund or to a specific classroom teacher or program.

Contributions must be made by Dec. 31 to be eligible for the 2009 tax bill. Donate by clicking here, calling (480) 461-4137 or by visiting EVIT at 1601 W. Main Street in Mesa.