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The American Heroes Scholarship Fund

The American Heroes

Scholarship Fund

Honor those who serve by investing in the education of their children. Support military-connected K–12 students through every transition, deployment, and new school.

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American Heroes Scholarship Fund

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Make a Donation

Starting in 2027, make a charitable donation to an approved Scholarship Granting Organization like AFC Scholarship Fund

AFC Issues a Scholarship

The SGO grants a scholarship to a child who needs it.

A Student Gets Funded

Funds help cover real education costs including tuition, tutoring, books, and more. Putting the right educational opportunity within reach.

Up to $1,700 Tax Credit

You claim a dollar for dollar tax credit of up to $1,700 per year, not a tax deduction.

WHY THIS FUND

A military child doesn’t choose the moves, the deployments, or the school district they land in. Education continuity is one of the top stressors military households name, and it’s the one thing a scholarship can actually fix.

  1. Frequent moves disrupt learning.

    The average military child changes schools six to nine times before graduating high school.

  2. Special needs travel with the family.

    IEPs and 504 plans don't transfer cleanly across districts — private and specialty schools can help fill the gap.

  3. Choice is limited by ZIP code.

    Families are often assigned to the public school nearest their base whether it's the right fit or not.

The result: a school that fits the child, in every state the orders send them.

Built for Every Family That Serves.

Education is not a side issue for a military household. It shapes where a family asks to be stationed, how a deployment goes, and in a meaningful number of cases, whether a service member stays in at all.

90%+

of every dollar you give funds scholarships directly, by federal rule.

1.2M

military-connected children in K–12 across the country

1 in 3

active-duty families say a child's education affects whether they stay in service

Who your gift Reaches

The American Heroes Scholarship Fund is designed for the children of every American who wears, has worn, or supported the uniform — regardless of branch, service status, or where they live.

  • Active-duty families

  • Guard and Reserve

  • Veterans’ children

  • Gold Star families

American Heroes Stories

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to the questions generous donors like you ask us most.

You donate to the AFC Scholarship Fund, a Scholarship Granting Organization (SGO), and your gift funds K–12 scholarships directly. You give first; the dollar-for-dollar federal credit — up to $1,700 — comes back when you file, once credits activate January 1, 2027.

The children of those who serve or have served — active duty, National Guard and Reserve, veterans, and Gold Star families, across every branch. Scholarship eligibility also follows the EFTC’s own requirements for age, household income, and state participation.

Scholarships from the American Heroes Fund can be used at participating private, parochial, and qualifying specialty schools. Eligible schools must meet AFC Scholarship Fund standards and federal requirements under the EFTC framework.

Portability is core to this fund’s design. Scholarships are structured to follow the student when families make a Permanent Change of Station (PCS) or relocate, subject to school enrollment availability at the new location.

Yes. The AFC Scholarship Fund is a federally qualified (SGO) and 501(c)(3) nonprofit. All donations are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.

EFTC credits activate January 1, 2027. You can register your interest today — we’ll notify you the moment giving opens and walk you through the process.

Your gift funds K–12 scholarships through participating Scholarship Granting Organizations. You can direct it to our Military & Veterans Fund (or by state/school), but federal law bars directing to a specific family. The SGO makes all award decisions independently.

Be Part of What Comes Next

Register your interest and be first in line when giving opens January 1, 2027.

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American Heroes Scholarship Fund

Disclaimer: Opt-in disclaimer: By providing your phone number and submitting this form, you are subscribing/consenting to receive SMS/MMS messages to that number, including donation asks, newsletters, and school choice news from the AFC Growth Fund and AFC Scholarship Fund. Message and data rates may apply. Message frequency varies. Reply STOP to opt-out at any time, reply HELP for help. The AFC Growth Fund and AFC Scholarship Fund are happy to help at 1-800-458-7313. SMS opt-in will not be sold, rented, or shared with any third parties/affiliates unless required by law. You can view our Privacy Policy and Mobile Terms and Conditions here.