Redirecting your Utah state income tax to support the Children First Education Fund (CFEF) offers a unique opportunity to directly impact the education of children with disabilities while receiving a 100% state income tax credit. This initiative not only empowers donors to choose how their tax dollars are utilized but also provides essential educational...

In Utah, the Children First Education Fund (CFEF) offers a unique opportunity for taxpayers to support educational initiatives while receiving a 100% state income tax credit for their donations. This program not only allows donors to reduce their tax liability in the year of the contribution but also provides flexibility to carry the credit back one...

To all the wonderful families who joined us- Thank You! It was such a pleasure to connect with you in person and celebrate the incredible journey your students are on. Your presence truly brought so much joy to the day, and we’re incredibly grateful for the trust you’ve placed in us as partners in your children’s growth and success. As we reflect...

Mandated by Utah state law, CFEF allocates at least 92% of all donations directly to scholarships for these students, ensuring that the vast majority of contributions have a tangible impact on their educational journeys. On average, reputable charities allocate about 65-75% of their funds directly to programs. The commitment by CFEF...

As we close the 2024-2025 program year, we want to extend a heartfelt thank you for being such an important part of our community. Your involvement, feedback, and ongoing support have helped shape and strengthen our program in so many meaningful ways. We are so grateful for your partnership and the opportunity to be part of your child’s...

Please remember that funds do not rollover and our program year runs from July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2025. All activities, purchases, and services must be within this time frame. • Final reimbursement requests for the 2024/2025 year are due by 10 pm on May 5, 2025. • Final purchase requests must be submitted by 10 pm on May 15, 2025...

Please note that if your IEP is still current as of 7/1/2025 – it is still valid. Please upload that document to your application. How to check if it’s current? We are looking for the three-year redetermination date, not an annual evaluation date. Your IEP may include language such as “next evaluation date,” “next eval date,” or “triennial due date.” Some districts...

Any activities that happen July 1, 2025 or later will be submitted for the 25/26 program year with the 25/26 program year funds. If you have an activity that requires registration prior to July 1, 2025, that receipt should be submitted after July 1, 2025 with the 25/26 program year funds since that is when the activity takes place...

Receipts must include the date, the name of the business or service provider, the product or service provided, an itemized breakdown of costs, and the total amount due. For services, the student’s name must also be listed on the receipt. Handwritten receipts will not be accepted. If receipts list only item categories (e.g., from stores like Hobby Lobby)...