Radical Faith
We live by radical faith — seeking to understand and submit to God's plan, whatever it costs.
About Renew Scholarships
The ministry behind the scholarships
Renew Scholarships is the Scholarship Granting Organization (SGO) of RenewaNation — built on more than a decade of scholarship ministry and now serving families nationwide through the federal Education Freedom Tax Credit.
Why we exist
A vision bigger than tuition
Our Vision
To transform culture by giving millions of children a biblical worldview.
Our Mission
To help children access an education grounded in a biblical worldview.
Our journey & impact
A decade of opening doors — now going national
Education is never worldview-neutral. Every classroom is discipling a child toward some view of God, truth, and the world — which is why we believe parents, not circumstances, should steward the formation of their children's hearts and minds.
As a ministry of RenewaNation, Renew Scholarships exists to put that choice back within reach. By providing professional, fully compliant administration of the federal Education Freedom Tax Credit, we remove the financial barriers that keep families from the education they want for their children.
Over the past ten years, RenewaNation has awarded more than $18 million in scholarships to thousands of students. That same experienced SGO team now leads Renew Scholarships — bringing relational care, not just application processing, to families across the country.
- Scholarships awarded
- $18M+
- Years of SGO experience
- 10+
- Of students served
- 1000s
What guides us
Core values we won't compromise
Renew Scholarships carries the core values of RenewaNation into everything we do — from how we coach schools to how we care for each family.
Humble Tenacity
God designed each of us with unique gifts. We serve humbly and press on with tenacity to fulfill the mission.
Redemptive Expectancy
God is actively redeeming humanity — and through His people, restoring our broken world.
Passion for Relationships
Organizations come and go; people live forever. We invest in relationships to transform culture.
Passion for the Bible
God's Word is authoritative and sufficient — the only solid foundation for an accurate worldview.
Integrity
We hold ourselves to the highest integrity in every relationship, following through on every commitment.
Our approach
Built differently, on purpose
Most scholarship organizations process paperwork. We built an SGO that pairs modern financial technology with hands-on ministry to schools and families.
A portal built for this moment
Our platform was coded from the ground up by top financial-technology developers working alongside our SGO experts — purpose-built for the audit and transparency demands of the EFTC era, not a legacy system retrofitted for new laws.
Audit-centric by design
Every transaction and data entry is captured in a permanent, sequential audit trail. Geolocation tracking and permanent-record standards give contributors and schools absolute financial accountability.
A decade of proven results
We bring more than ten years of experience in Christian education and organizational health. We aren't starting from scratch — we're evolving the SGO model into a holistic partnership.
Partners, not check-writers
Renew Scholarships is a school-strengthening ministry. Through our Launch system, multi-year Renewal process, and expert coaching, we help build biblically sustainable schools.
Beyond funding
We strengthen the schools scholarships depend on
The EFTC (IRC Section 25F) supplies the funding mechanism — but funding alone doesn't sustain a school. RenewaNation bridges the statute with practical coaching so every school is built on a rock-solid foundation.
The Launch Program
A 12-month, module-based coaching track with 100+ proprietary templates for mission, vision, and facility selection.
IRC §25F, handled
We pair compliant EFTC administration with the operational excellence schools need to last.
The three-phase Renewal Process
- 01
Assessment
An on-site diagnostic that measures your school against best-practice benchmarks.
- 02
Strategic Deployment
Together we build a five-year roadmap for lasting sustainability.
- 03
Accountability Coaching
Monthly virtual coaching keeps the plan on track and the mission moving.
News & updates
What's happening with the EFTC
State-by-state answers from our team as the Education Freedom Tax Credit rolls out across the country.
· Jeremiah May
Can I use the federal Education Freedom Tax Credit for my child's schooling in Vermont?
Vermont lawmakers have moved to block the state's participation in the federal EFTC. Here's what that means for Vermont families — and what options remain.
Read the answer· Jeremiah May
Can I use the new federal tax credit to pay for my child's private school in Colorado?
Colorado has officially opted in. Federal tax-credit scholarships for private education and tutoring are expected to begin with the 2027 tax year.
Read the answer· Jeremiah May
How will the federal shift toward school choice affect my child's North Carolina scholarship?
During recent visits to North Carolina, President Trump reaffirmed his push for universal school choice and federal tax credits that follow the student.
Read the answer· Jeremiah May
Can the Illinois government block my access to the Education Freedom Tax Credit?
State-level attempts to block the credit don't change federal eligibility — but they do add hurdles. Here's how Illinois families can stay ahead.
Read the answer· Jeremiah May
Can I apply for an Education Freedom Tax Credit scholarship in Kentucky?
Kentucky lawmakers have begun the process of opting into the EFTC framework, which could open K–12 scholarship funds to families beginning in 2027.
Read the answer· Jeremiah May
Can my family in Idaho use the Education Freedom Tax Credit?
Following Governor Brad Little's executive order, Idaho has opted into the federal framework — opening the door for Idaho families.
Read the answer· Jeremiah May
Does the federal government control what my child learns through the EFTC?
No. The EFTC runs on private donations, and the law expressly bars federal officials from dictating curriculum, creed, or admissions at participating schools.
Read the answer· Jeremiah May
Is the Education Freedom Tax Credit available for my family in Florida?
Florida is in. Eligible families can pursue EFTC scholarships through approved nonprofits to support K–12 tuition at schools aligned with their convictions.
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