Pennsylvania Educational Improvement Tax Credit
Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC), a program offered by the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED), allows businesses to receive significant tax credits when they contribute to state-qualified educational programming at The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust. See below for more information.
Which programs are supported by EITC funding?
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust has five state-certified arts education programs that receive funding through EITC contributions. These programs are:
- Artist Pathways
- Disney Musicals in Schools
- K-12 Arts Residencies
- School Day Matinees
- Theater Arts Workshops
Who can contribute through the EITC program?
Your business may be eligible to apply if it pays any of the following Pennsylvania taxes:
- Personal Income Tax
- Capital Stock/Foreign Franchise Tax
- Corporate Net Income Tax
- Bank Shares Tax
- Title Insurance & Trust Company Shares Tax
- Insurance Premium Tax
- Mutual Thrift Tax
- Malt Beverage Tax
- Surplus Lines Tax
It Is Easy To Apply through the DCED!
Step 1: Consult with tax advisor and determine eligibility
Step 2: Fill out a simple one-page form
Step 3: Submit application to the DCED starting on July 1*
Contact Us:
For more information about donating through the EITC program contact Ryan Bromley at 412-471-8711 or rbromley@trustarts.org. Guidelines and application information can be found here. Just type “EITC” in the search field.
*Because the state has a limited amount of tax credits that can be awarded each year and the benefits of the EITC program are so valuable, the application process is very competitive. Applications received by the DCED are processed in the order in which they are received.
The official registration and financial information of the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust may be obtained from the Pennsylvania Department of State by calling toll free, within Pennsylvania, 1-800-732-0999. Registration does not imply endorsement.