Redirect Your Tax Power
Send your state tax dollars where they will be used wisely- St. Michael School
The Ohio Legislature created the Scholarship Granting Organization (SGO) program, and St. Michael School is included under the Archdiocese of Cincinnati's CEF-SGO.
The Tax Benefit: By donating to the CEF-SGO and designating St. Michael Consolidated School (C02078), you may be eligible for an Ohio income tax credit. This will allow you to send your state tax money to St. Michael School instead of the State!
Individual Tax Credit: Up to $750
Joint Filer's Tax Credit: Up to $1500
· i In layman’s terms, you would donate $750 as an individual or $1,500 jointly, to St. Michael School now through the SGO, and it would be deducted from your Ohio State Tax liability. (You will get it all back, as long as you owe the state at least $750!)
How to Donate: You have two options for making a contribution:
Online: Visit the Archdiocese donation page: Donate Online
OR use the QR Code:
OR
By Mail: Complete this form and mail it to the SGO
Important things to remember
When donating, you must remember to designate St. Michael Consolidated School (C02078) as the beneficiary.
Your donation goes directly to scholarships to pay for tuition for students at St. Michael School, helping expand access to Catholic education, and opportunities for all of our students.
As noted in the text, you should always consult your tax advisor for guidance on your personal tax situation.
To claim your tax credit, just turn in a copy of the check to your tax preparer. If donating online, you will receive an email receipt.
Donations for 2025 can be made up to April 15, 2026, as long as you file your taxes after your make your donation.
Questions: For specific questions about the SGO as it relates to St. Michael School, you can contact: Andy Arn (andy.arn@stmichaelripley.com), Principal, St. Michael School or see more information for yourself at https://catholicbestchoice.org/sgo/
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT OF ST MICHAEL SCHOOL!