Rhode Island and the Federal Scholarship Tax Credit
Rhode Island is not on the IRS participating list as of October 22, 2026. Donors who live in Rhode Island can still give to a qualifying scholarship granting organization (SGO) in a participating state and claim up to $1,700, or up to $3,400 for married couples filing jointly, starting January 1, 2027.
Rhode Island at a glance
- Not on the listAs of October 22, 2026
- Up to $1,700Federal credit for individuals
- Up to $3,400For married couples filing jointly
- Jan. 1, 2027Federal credit gifts begin
Source: IRS participating states list. We update this page when the list changes.
What this means in Rhode Island
Donors in Rhode Island
You can still give. Donors who live in Rhode Island can still give to a qualifying scholarship granting organization (SGO) in a participating state and claim up to $1,700, or up to $3,400 for married couples filing jointly, starting January 1, 2027. Your state's opt-in does not decide whether you can give.
Students in Rhode Island
Students and families in Rhode Island cannot receive scholarships funded through this program unless Rhode Island opts in. Governors have until January 1, 2027 to submit an opt-in election, and the list can change.
Next steps
The federal credit is a dollar-for-dollar, nonrefundable credit against your federal income tax. Learn how to give and claim the credit, compare it with a charitable deduction, or read the full donor guide. A full Rhode Island guide is in progress.
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