Kentucky groups apply to get new scholarship tax credit. Who will benefit?

By: Sylvia Goodman

Outlets: Kentucky Lantern

Published: September 22, 2026

Words: 828

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 5 days ago


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This story first appeared on Louisville Public Media. It’s republished here as part of the Appalachian News Exchange reporting partnership to strength Kentucky journalism.

For the first time, Kentuckians will be able to direct some of their tax dollars toward private or homeschool education. Starting Jan. 1, Kentuckians can get a one-for-one tax credit on up to $1,700 worth of donations to state groups that give out scholarships. Now, groups that want …

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